Employee Benefit Consulting and Broker Services

Jaunt is seeking proposals from an insurance brokerage firm or individual to provide Employee Benefit Broker and Consulting Services. The selected contractor will be responsible for identifying challenges, proposing innovative cost-saving ideas, and managing benefit costs and compliance requirements. Key deliverables include a milestone-based transition plan for a March 1, 2027 effective date, coordination with Paylocity, and adherence to DHRM and TLC approvals. The contract begins on the effective date with an initial term and provides for up to four additional one-year renewal terms. Services will be performed remotely or at Jaunt's offices in Charlottesville, Virginia, with onsite presence required for meetings and open enrollment. The contract is subject to the Commonwealth of Virginia Vendors Manual, the Virginia Public Procurement Act, and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations, including FTA Circular 4220.1F. Award priority is given to DSBSD-certified micro or small businesses, and all bidders must provide a bid guarantee of 5% of the bid price. Proposals are evaluated on a point system focusing on experience and qualifications, contract cost, management plan, project understanding, and methodology, with the most advantageous proposal selected rather than necessarily the lowest cost. All submissions must be delivered electronically via the eVAs portal by December 9, 2026, and must not exceed 30 pages using at least a 12-point font.