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The City of Tampa, through its Human Resources and Talent Development department, has issued RFP 26-P-00543 to secure Employee Benefits Consulting Services. This re-bid solicitation seeks a qualified consultant to manage healthcare, wellness, and disease management plans, while providing financial advisement for the 457 Deferred Compensation Committee. The scope of work includes controlling plan costs, maintaining market competitiveness, assisting with labor relations and bargaining unit negotiations, and providing proactive updates on legislative and compliance trends. The selected consultant is expected to maintain a local office and lead consultant within the Tampa Bay area, with key staff possessing at least five years of experience serving public entities.
The contract features a base term of three years with one optional three-year renewal period. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov portal, with a pre-proposal date of October 15, 2026, and a final proposal opening on October 29, 2026. Evaluation is based on business experience, client references, and potential interviews, with additional weighted points available for certified Small Local Business Enterprises. Compliance requirements include adherence to the Davis-Bacon Act, the Copeland Anti-Kickback Act, ADA ICT accessibility standards, and the City of Tampa Cloud Hosting Policy. Payment will be processed in accordance with Florida's Local Government Prompt Payment Act.
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City of Tampa seeks employee benefits and financial consultants for a three-year contract.
HighAI Summary for Attachment C - Employee Benefits Consulting Questionnaire: A mandatory questionnaire for RFP proposal submittals for the City of Tampa. It requires consultants to provide detailed evidence of their expertise in employee benefits, public sector HR management, self-funded medical/pharmacy plans, OPEB liability, claims audits, and the operation of employee wellness centers.
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HighAI Summary for Attachment D - Deferred Compensation Consulting Questionnaire: A mandatory questionnaire for RFP proposal submittals regarding deferred compensation consulting. It requires firms to provide detailed responses on investment policy processes, manager research, reporting frequency, fiduciary training, and performance benchmarking to evaluate the firm's capability and expertise.
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HighAI Summary for Attachment E - Cost Response: A cost proposal template for health and welfare consulting services, including basic consulting, 457 retirement plan consulting, and optional pharmacy and clinical services over a three-year initial contract period.
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HighAI Summary for City of Tampa ADA Requirements for ICT Accessibility: This document outlines the City of Tampa's ADA requirements for information, media, and communication technology (ICT) products and services in bids, solicitations, and RFP/RFQ responses. It mandates submission of an Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) based on VPAT, supplemental accessibility reports, remediation and improvement plans, and training descriptions. The document emphasizes conformance to WCAG 2.2 Level AA and Section 508 standards. It also details the City's rights to request demonstrations and testing of proposed ICT items to ensure accessibility compliance. The document supports the City's commitment to accessibility and universal design principles for all users.
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HighAI Summary for City of Tampa RFP # 26-P-00543: Employee Benefits Consulting Services (Re-Bid): Request for Proposals (RFP # 26-P-00543) issued by the City of Tampa for Employee Benefits Consulting Services (Re-Bid). The document outlines the submission process via the OpenGov portal, a pre-proposal conference scheduled for October 15, 2026, and a proposal deadline of October 29, 2026. It includes a table of contents covering the scope of services, general conditions, insurance requirements, evaluation criteria, and various attachments including cost responses and benefits guides.
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HighAI Summary for DMI 30 Form Payment Package with Invoices SLBE ADA v3: This document is the DMI 30 Form Payment Package used by the City of Tampa for subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers payments under contract. It includes a payment request form detailing contractor and subcontractor payment information, certification, and instructions for completion. The form covers contract details, payment periods, amounts requested, and subcontractor payment breakdowns. The version is rev. 01/2026. It emphasizes compliance with Ordinance 2008-89 and requires signatures for validation. Instructions clarify how to fill out each section, including contract numbers, payment requests, and subcontractor details. Contact information for the Office of Equal Business Opportunity is provided for questions.
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HighAI Summary for DMI-71 Form for RFQ/RFP Evaluation Points SLBE: This document, version 5, outlines the evaluation points criteria pursuant to SLBE (Small Local Business Enterprise) participation for RFQ and RFP proposals in the City of Tampa. It details the point values awarded based on whether the proposer is a City of Tampa certified SLBE prime contractor or utilizes SLBE certified subcontractors, with a maximum of 15 points available. The form references related DMI forms (10, 20, 40, 50) for documentation and good faith efforts. It also includes guidelines for evaluation points under CCNA solicitations, emphasizing the importance of clear and binding SLBE participation commitments. The City of Tampa's Office of Equal Business Opportunity oversees the evaluation process, and successful proposers must execute a Letter of Intent with subcontractors prior to award.
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HighAI Summary for RFP 26-P-00543: Employee Benefits Consulting Services (Re-Bid): Request for Proposals (RFP # 26-P-00543) issued by the City of Tampa for Employee Benefits Consulting Services (Re-Bid). The document outlines the submission process via the OpenGov portal, with a proposal deadline of October 22, 2026, and a pre-proposal conference scheduled for October 8, 2026. It includes a table of contents covering scope of services, evaluation criteria, and various attachments including cost responses and benefits questionnaires.
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LowAI Summary for 2026 Humana Group Medicare Advantage PPO Plan - City of Tampa: A benefit enrollment packet for the City of Tampa's 2026 Humana Group Medicare Advantage PPO and Prescription Drug Plan. The document provides beneficiaries with an overview of benefits, enrollment instructions, network provider information, and a welcome letter explaining the partnership between the City of Tampa and Humana.
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LowAI Summary for 2026 Humana Medicare Advantage NPPO Plan - City of Tampa: A member enrollment and benefits packet for the 2026 Humana Group Medicare Advantage PPO Plan provided to employees/retirees of the City of Tampa, Florida. The document outlines plan benefits, enrollment instructions, and provider network information.
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LowAI Summary for City of Tampa 2026 Benefits Guide: The 2026 Benefits Guide for the City of Tampa provides an overview of employee and retiree benefit options, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. It outlines the 2026 open enrollment period (November 1-15, 2025), premium changes, eligibility requirements, and available health plans. The document serves as a summary reference and is not a formal contract.
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LowAI Summary for City of Tampa 457 Committee Investment Policy Statement: Investment Policy Statement (IPS) dated May 28, 2019, for the City of Tampa's 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. It outlines the plan's objectives, fiduciary duties of the Committee, and the criteria for selecting and monitoring investment options, including specific performance metrics for actively and passively managed funds.
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LowAI Summary for City of Tampa 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Committee Bylaws: Bylaws dated May 28, 2019, establishing the City of Tampa's 457 Deferred Compensation Plan Committee. The document outlines the committee's composition (five city employees), its advisory purpose in managing plan investments, fiduciary duties to participants, and operational rules regarding meetings, quorums, and member disqualification.
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LowAI Summary for City of Tampa Choice Plus HRA City UHPD Summary Plan Description 2026: Summary Plan Description (SPD) for the City of Tampa Choice Plus HRA City UHPD plan, effective January 1, 2026 (Group Number 730334). The document outlines health benefit coverage, eligibility, claims procedures, prescription drug benefits, and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) administration provided by UnitedHealthcare.
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LowAI Summary for City of Tampa Cloud Hosting Policy PL-10.2.1 v1.2: This document is the City of Tampa's Cloud Hosting Policy, version 1.2, effective September 15, 2014. It establishes technical terms and conditions for cloud and offsite hosting services including SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS. The policy aims to protect City data by setting mandatory and preferred clauses for service providers, covering information security programs, data ownership, privacy protections, encryption requirements, breach notifications, data handling upon contract termination, and staff background checks. It applies to all users of City communications and computing resources and guides IT-related RFPs and contracts to ensure compliance with these security standards.
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LowAI Summary for City of Tampa Simple Wellness Medical Plans SPD 2026: Summary Plan Description (SPD) for the City of Tampa Simple Wellness Medical Plans, effective January 1, 2026 (Group Number: 730334). The document outlines eligibility, enrollment, benefit structures for various plan levels ($0, $250, $500, $750, $1000), covered services, exclusions, claims procedures, and prescription drug benefits administered by UnitedHealthcare.
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The current agreement with Gallagher Benefit Services for benefits consulting and financial advisement for Deferred Compensation Committee ends 1/31/27. There are no remaining renewals with the current agreement. An RFP is needed to secure these services for another contract period with options for renewal. Addendum #1: Please use the See What Changed link to view all the changes made by this addendum. PRE-PROPOSAL DATE HAS BEEN CHANGED TO OCTOBER 15, 2026 @ 1:30PM. PROPOSAL OPENING DATE HAS BEEN CHANGED TO OCTOBER 29, 2026 @ 3:00PM.
