RECOMMENDATION(S):

APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the County Administrator, or designee to execute a contract with Buck Consultants, in an amount not to exceed $200,000 for consultation and coordination of the County’s Benefit Task Force Committee for the period of July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The cost of the contract will be paid from the County’s cost center for employee benefits, as the services provided by Buck Consultants concern analysis of employee benefits provided by the County.

BACKGROUND:

The County issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for assistance with a new benefit design plan and Buck Consultant, LLC was selected. At the direction of the County Administrator and during the term of the contract Buck Consultants, LLC facilitated all Benefit Task Force Committee meetings and maintain all task force records, minutes and materials; provided subject matter expertise, underwriting and actuarial services; and advised the County as needed.