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Meeting Date:	03/25/2019
Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for “Independent Consulting Services for Webb County’s Group Health Insurance Program”
Submitted for:	Joe Lopez	Submitted By:	Joe Lopez
Department:	Purchasing

Subject:

Discussion and possible action to authorize the Purchasing Agent to solicit Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for “Independent Consulting Services for Webb County’s Group Health Insurance Program” in accordance with the Texas Government Code, Chapter 2254 (Professional and Consulting Services); Sub-Chapter A. Professional Services. [Requested by the Risk Manager]

Issue: The Group Health insurance program needs to be evaluated to determine if Webb County should solicit new proposals or extend the current program. In addition, the supplementary insurances that the County offers its employees will need to be evaluated to determine if there are better coverages out in the market place.

Solution: Authorize the Purchasing Agent to seek proposals for independent consultation services with a specialty in self-funded group health program(s) for special projects and renewals.

Result: The independent consultant would review and give recommendations on any special project(s) the Commissioner Court takes action on for Webb County’s group health insurance program.

Background:

None

Previous Court Action:

None

Fiscal Impact

Budget Account Number:	6100-1090-432001
Funding Source:	Professional Service
Balance:	$20,000.00
Financial Impact:
6100-1090-001-432001 ((Employee's Health Benefit -Risk Management & Insurance-Administration-Professional Services) Current Balance Available: $20,000.00