RFP AWARD RECOMMENDATION
CITY OF RIVERSIDE
Finance Department
DATE SUBMITTED: 02/03/2026
RFP NO.
2485
RFP TITLE
Third Party COBRA and Retiree Billing Administration Services
DEPARTMENT/DIVISION
Human Resources
DATE RFP OPENED
09/16/2025
PROPOSALS RECEIVED (2) INVITATIONS ISSUED (Online)
RFP PRICE GOOD THROUGH: February 28, 2026
PROPOSERS CITY, STATE EVALUATION RANKING
The Advantage Group (TAG) Temecula, CA 1
Total Administrative Services Corporation Madison, WI 2
RFP DESCRIPTION: The project consists of a Third-Party Administrator (TPA) to provide COBRA and retiree billing administration of medical, dental and vision plans to eligible employees, retirees and dependents in accordance with Federal/State laws and City policies.
RFP Recommended for Award (Includes Sales Tax) 10% Surety Included Contract 10% Surety not required Purchase Order
Best Ranking Proposer Amount of Award
The Advantage Group (TAG) $0.50/Participant / month
COMMENTS:
The Human Resources Department has evaluated all proposals received and is requesting that award be made to the best overall solution based on the evaluation process. The Purchasing Division concurs that the action to award is in compliance with Purchasing Resolution 24101.
Submitted by: Purchasing Manager Date:
01/09/2026