Employee Benefits Consulting Services (Re-Bid)

The City of Tampa, through the Human Resources and Talent Development agency, has issued solicitation 26-P-00543 to secure professional employee benefits consulting services. This re-bid process is necessary as the current agreement with Gallagher Benefit Services for benefits consulting and financial advisement for the Deferred Compensation Committee expires on January 31, 2027. The selected firm will be responsible for assisting the City in controlling costs and recommending comprehensive plans to maintain market competitiveness. The scope of work includes health and welfare consulting, 457 retirement plan consulting, and optional pharmacy and clinical services. The contract is established for an initial term of three years from the effective date of the award, with a mutual option to renew for one additional three-year period. Proposers must submit their responses via the OpenGov portal by October 22, 2026. Evaluation criteria include technical expertise, cost, and specific incentives, such as up to 15 points for Small Local Business Enterprise participation and 5 points for compliance with Ban The Box requirements. Key personnel must possess at least five years of experience, including work with a public entity, and the firm is expected to maintain a local office and lead consultant within the Tampa Bay area. Compliance with Florida's Local Government Prompt Payment Act, ADA ICT accessibility standards, and the City's Cloud Hosting Policy is required.