The City of Tucson seeks an Employee Benefit Consulting Firm that shall provide at a minimum, the following services: A. Track medical and dental claims experience using claims reports provided by the vendors B. Provide monthly reporting which includes an analysis of claims, administrative costs and funding estimates C. Develop rate equivalents for each of the three medical plans for active, retiree, and COBRA populations, both separately for each plan and on a composite basis, as well as on a blended and unblended basis D. Analyze renewal findings and recommend changes to improve plan efficiency and pricing E. Meet with City staff, management, leadership and insurance boards and committees to review projections, recommendations, developments, and findings; meet with vendors on an asneeded basis F. Provide advice and guidance on regulatory compliance issues G. Wellness and Disease Management program development. H. Analyze and make recommendations regarding reserve and stop-loss funding I. Provide actuarial and underwriting capabilities and guidance J. Provided medical and clinical review capabilities and guidance K. Assist in the development of employee benefits communication material as needed L. Assist in the preparation of Requests for Proposals (RFP) M. Analyze and make recommendations relative to RFP and renewal submittals N. Assist with contract negotiation for new submittals and renewals O. Advise on best practices, industry trends and municipal/government/other relevant employer benchmarks...
