Carrier Negotiation & Risk Management Advisory

The contract involves negotiating with insurance carriers and third-party administrators to secure optimal coverage and terms for health benefits, with a focus on evaluating stop-loss insurance to mitigate financial risk for self-insured plans. It requires expert analysis and strategic guidance on funding models, including fully insured, self-insured, and level-funded arrangements, to align with organizational goals, budget constraints, and regulatory requirements. The advisory services must deliver data-driven recommendations that balance cost efficiency, risk exposure, and employee benefit quality. This subcontract is open for response until October 3, 2025, under NAICS code 524298, and is managed by the Human Resources agency in Arizona. The work will be performed remotely or as otherwise arranged, with no specific location designated for performance. No set-aside status is assigned, and the opportunity is available to qualified subcontractors capable of providing specialized risk management and insurance procurement expertise within the employee benefits space.