RRHA-RFP-2026-35 Benefits Broker Services

The Richmond Redevelopment Housing Authority (RRHA) is soliciting proposals under RFP-2026-35 for professional Benefits Broker Services to assist in the development and management of a comprehensive Employee Benefits Program. The selected contractor will be responsible for recommending benefit plan designs, funding strategies, and communication methods, while providing market intelligence on health benefit trends and legislative updates. Key deliverables include quarterly performance reporting, the creation of a benefit website and instructional videos, and the provision of benefit booklets and claims resolution guidance for employees. The contractor must also provide expert consultation on governmental mandates such as HIPAA, ADA, PPACA, and USERRA. The contract is structured for an initial one-year term with one optional one-year renewal. Award selection is based on a best-value determination where the offeror must be fully qualified and achieve a minimum evaluation score of 70 out of 100 points, with price serving as a factor but not the sole determinant. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, at 2:00 pm, and should be submitted via eVA or in a sealed package. Mandatory submission requirements include a detailed fee schedule, a non-collusive affidavit, and various HUD certifications. Compliance with non-discrimination clauses, drug-free workplace standards, and minority business participation commitments is required, with specific reporting mandates for subcontracts exceeding 10,000 dollars.