26RP2001.pdf

This document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by Laramie County School District Number One located in Cheyenne, Wyoming, seeking an Employee Benefits Consultant for a three-year contract period from July 1, 2025 to July 31, 2028. The district, which serves approximately 14,000 students and 3,185 employees across 42 school and department complexes, requires a consultant to provide comprehensive benefits consulting services including marketing, placement, strategic consulting, insurance analysis, plan recommendations, compliance assistance, and support for federal and state law requirements. The proposal is due on March 18, 2025 at 2:00 p.m., with the option to renew the contract for up to three additional years, not to exceed a total of six years.

The district currently offers a comprehensive benefits package to certified employees working a minimum of 17.5 hours per week, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for approximately 1,900 employees. The current insurance plans are fully insured through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, with employee-paid supplemental benefits like FSA and 403(b) plans. The selected consultant will work directly with the district's Finance and Benefits Team and Benefits Committee to analyze current plan performance, recommend potential changes, assist with plan renewals, and potentially explore transitioning to a self-funded program. The consultant will be expected to provide detailed reporting, benchmarking, and strategic planning to help the district manage employee benefits effectively and control costs.