When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due September 23, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 16, 2026.

It was issued by Hanover County, Virginia. The work is located in Hanover, Virginia, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Employee benefits consulting firm with public-sector experience. Expertise in self-insured medical plan analysis and financial forecasting. Proven capabilities in benefits strategy, benchmarking, claims analysis, and wellness programs. Experience supporting benefits-related RFP development, evaluation, and negotiations. Strong knowledge of employee benefits laws, regulations, compliance, and communications. Capability to engage employees, retirees, and organizational stakeholders.

Employee Benefits Program Consulting Services (Due September 23, 2026)

Overview

Financial, Legal, HR & Staffing

Hanover, Virginia, United StatesPosted: August 29, 2026Deadline: September 23, 2026

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SUMMARY

The Hanover, Virginia government authority seeks a consultant to support employee benefits strategy, plan analysis, compliance, communications, procurement, and financial forecasting for its employee and retiree programs. The engagement will focus on maintaining competitive benefits while ensuring the stability of the self-insured medical fund.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must have experience with Virginia local governments and school divisions related to benefits consulting within the past three years
Must provide proactive assistance with ACA and other regulatory compliance services
Must be registered in the eVA Internet electronic procurement solution
Must provide a written narrative statement including a detailed explanation of services and experience
Must submit an annual lump sum fee for proposed services
Must provide audited financial statements within 10 calendar days of request
Must maintain specified insurance coverage including Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, Worker’s Compensation, Employers’ Liability, and Umbrella Liability

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Proposals are due by September 23rd, 2026, prior to 2:00 PM.

QUESTION DEADLINE

September 16, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

Hanover County, Virginia

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Hanover, Virginia is seeking employee benefits program consulting services to support the selection, monitoring, and strategic planning of benefits currently offered or potentially offered to employees and retirees. The consultant will provide benefits information and analysis to support cost-effective, competitive, and comprehensive program decisions, including regional peer comparisons, plan utilization, detailed claims data by plan and tier, wellness program data, program design assessments, and relevant benchmarks.

The selected provider will help engage employees and stakeholders through improved benefits communication and education and assist in developing a comprehensive benefits strategy that evolves over time. The strategy should help the agency remain competitive with regional peers while maintaining the financial stability of its self-insured fund.

Services will also include assistance with drafting, reviewing, issuing, evaluating, and negotiating requests for proposals; identifying appropriate markets; and reviewing coverage, compliance requirements, terms, and conditions. The consultant will advise the agency on new or revised benefits laws, regulations, and programs, including communication deadlines and employee notification requirements, and may provide sample communications for employees and retirees.

The provider will prepare financial forecast reports, including annual fiscal year budget development for the self-insured medical plan, incorporating claims history and marketplace trends. Questions must be submitted by September 18, 2026, and proposals are due by September 23, 2026.

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When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due September 23, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 16, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Hanover County, Virginia. The work is located in Hanover, Virginia, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Employee benefits consulting firm with public-sector experience
Expertise in self-insured medical plan analysis and financial forecasting
Proven capabilities in benefits strategy, benchmarking, claims analysis, and wellness programs
Experience supporting benefits-related RFP development, evaluation, and negotiations
Strong knowledge of employee benefits laws, regulations, compliance, and communications
Capability to engage employees, retirees, and organizational stakeholders

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