Benefits Broker and Consulting Services

The Frederick, Maryland government authority is seeking a benefits broker and advisor to provide strategic guidance, plan design support, and ongoing advisory services. The authority needs to solve challenges related to vendor market analysis, compliance and regulatory assistance, and employee communications. The selected partner will analyze claims experience, utilization patterns, and trend data to identify risks, cost drivers, and opportunities for improvement. The scope of work covers market intelligence, benchmarking data, and trend analysis to inform benefit-related decisions. The chosen provider must assist with the evaluation and selection of new and existing benefits vendors, including benefit administration software, COBRA administration, and service providers. Additionally, the project requires reviewing existing benefit communication strategies, providing claims assistance, and supporting issue resolution during the open enrollment period. Eligible bidders must be onshore organizations based in the United States. The authority requires the performance of the work to be completed offsite. Bidders must submit responses digitally via email or through an online portal. The authority is looking for proposals to determine the budget for this initiative. The contract period will span five years. Bidders must submit all questions regarding this opportunity no later than July 6, 2026.