Specifications include, but are not limited to: The Mecosta County Road Commission is located in Big Rapids, Michigan, with maintenance garages in Big Rapids, Morley and Remus, Michigan. Currently, the Road Commission has approximately 44 full-time, 3 Commissioners, and 5 retired employees that are eligible for health care benefits. Of the 44 full-time employees, approximately 39 are members of a recognized bargaining union. Currently, the overall membership (employees, retirees and dependents) in our health care plan is approximately 70 people. The health care plan currently offered to all Road Commission employees is a self-funded PPO through Allied Health and First Network, currently administered as detailed in Appendix A. As part of the Road Commission’s collective bargaining agreement, the Road Commission is required to maintain benefits. The Road Commission also offers additional health care plans for retirees only between the ages of 60 and 65. Additionally, the Road Commission currently offers the opportunity for its employees to opt out of the health care plan for cash in lieu of coverage. Sealed bids will be received by the Mecosta County Road Commission administrative staff at 120 N. DeKrafft Ave., Big Rapids, Michigan, 49307 until 3:00 p.m. Friday, February 16, 2024, for a qualified Employee Benefits Agent interested in administering the Road Commission’s employee benefits program. All bids will be opened Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 9:30 am. Your proposal must be sealed with the envelope clearly marked with your company name and the words “Employee Benefits Agent Proposal” on the outside. AGENCY REQUIREMENTS: 1. Licensed as an insurance Agent in the State of Michigan in both life and health insurance. 2. At least five years of continuous operation in the State of Michigan. 3. At least five years of experience with Michigan public entities. 4. Ability and commitment to provide daily, professional customer service to both Road Commission Representatives and Road Commission Employees. 5. Ability to recognize unique conditions and characteristics in the municipal insurance market.
