APPENDIX B Contract.doc

This is an Appendix B contract document related to the Washington Department of Labor & Industries (L & I) Retrospective Rating Insurance Table Implementation Review solicitation. The contract establishes the framework for an independent study examining retrospective rating adjustment results across three enrollment periods: October 2023, January 2024, and April 2024. The contractor will be responsible for analyzing whether the adjustment results align with the stated objective of improving fairness in the distribution of retrospective rating refunds among participants, as specified under WAC 296-17B-010. The scope of work requires a comprehensive review of the rating table implementation and its outcomes during the specified periods to ensure compliance with regulatory fairness standards.

The document establishes the contractual terms and conditions governing the relationship between L & I and the selected contractor. Specific pricing, payment schedules, and contract duration details would be outlined within the appendix, along with any performance requirements, deliverable specifications, and reporting obligations. The contract terms would include provisions for independent verification of findings, documentation standards, and any conditions related to the contractor's access to L & I data and systems necessary to complete the retrospective rating analysis.