RFP 27-08 City of Mableton Employee Benefits Brokerage and Consulting Services

The City of Mableton, Georgia, is soliciting proposals under RFP 27-08 for employee benefits brokerage and consulting services to enhance employee benefits, support HR administration, and manage coverage costs. The selected firm will provide independent recommendations, transparent compensation, and specialized expertise in Georgia local government services. The contract consists of an initial one-year term with the possibility of four additional one-year renewals based on satisfactory performance and funding. Key deliverables include a 90-day transition plan, management of open enrollment and new-hire services, and the provision of financial dashboards and renewal comparisons. Qualified firms must hold all required Georgia agency and individual producer licenses and demonstrate public-sector experience with three comparable client references. Proposals must be submitted as searchable PDFs and editable Excel files by November 23, 2026, at 10:45 AM EST via email or mailed USB; hand delivery and paper submissions are strictly prohibited. Evaluation is based on a weighted criteria system focusing on total remuneration, clarity of compensation, and overall value. Compliance requirements include a non-collusion affidavit, drug-free workplace certification, and adherence to strict cybersecurity standards, including 24-hour incident notification and the use of multi-factor authentication for City data.