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Commission splits 3–2 and selects Risk Strategies/Gearing as city benefits consultant; local firm sought but lost close contest
Summary
After discussion and public comment from a local broker, commissioners voted 3–2 to award the employee group insurance benefits consultant contract to Risk Strategies/Gearing Group. Two commissioners pressed for a local small-business firm; the selection followed the evaluation committee’s ranking.
The City Commission voted on Aug. 6 to award the city’s employee group insurance benefits consultant contract to Risk Strategies/Gearing Group following a competitive request-for-proposal process. The vote was 3–2.
What the contract covers: The consultant will advise the city on design and administration of employee group insurance programs, including health benefits, plan design, renewals and vendor negotiation.
Evaluation process: Procurement staff said the RFP received three responsive…
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