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Human Resources Department recommending the Board:
1) Make findings in accordance with Procurement Policy C-17, Section 3.4(2g) exempting the competitive bidding process because the Contractor is the exclusive broker under Public Risk Innovation, Solutions and Management (PRISM) and has sole authority to represent PRISM programs to California public agencies;
2) Make findings that it is appropriate to engage with Alliant Insurance Services to provide employee benefit consulting as Agreement 6965 requires specialty skills and qualifications not expressly identified in County classifications in accordance with County ordinance code 3.13.030(B);
3) Approve and authorize the Board Chair to sign Amendment I to Agreement 6965 with Alliant Insurance Services, Inc. for employee benefit consulting services increasing the amount by $135,000 for a new amount of $270,000 and extending the term by three years, through January 31, 2029; and
4) Authorize the Purchasing Agent to execute any necessary amendments relating to Agreement for Services 6965, excluding term extensions and increases to the amount, contingent upon approval by County Counsel and Risk Management.
FUNDING: Risk Management Health Fund.
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DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND
The County has contracted with Alliant Insurance Services since 2009. They advise and assist County staff for the effective management of the County’s benefit programs, including group health insurance, dental, vision, prescription drugs and employee benefit programs. Agreement 6965 Amendment I will continue these services with Alliant Insurance Services.
Alliant Insurance Services is the exclusive broker under PRISM and has sole authority to represent PRISM programs to California public agencies. PRISM is a Joint Powers Authority (JPA) comprised of California counties, cities, and public agencies organized to jointly develop and fund insurance and related programs with the most favorable terms and costs. As a member of this organizatio...
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