REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
February 27, 2020
FROM: JEFFREY CARDELL, Director
Personnel Services Department
BY: MICHAEL PAYNE, Risk/Safety Manager
Risk Management Division
SUBJECT
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Approve Extension of current Agreement for Workers' Compensation Claims Services through June 30, 2020, and approve a three-year Agreement, with an option of four one-year extensions, for Workers' Compensation Claims Services between the City of Fresno and Risico, and authorize Personnel Services Director to execute Agreements on behalf of the City
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended the City Council approve an extension of the current worker's compensation claims services agreement with Risico through June 30, 2020, and a new three-year contract, with the option of four one-year extensions, and authorize the Personnel Services Director to execute the Agreement on behalf of the City.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
In the fall of 2019, Personnel Services staff distributed a Request for Proposal (RFP) to 58 different Workers' Compensation Third Party Administration (TPA) firms. In response to the RFP, five (5) vendors submitted proposals. After a thorough review of the proposals three firms were invited to interview with Risk staff along with representatives from FPOA, IAFF and the Transportation Department. The interview panel evaluated each proposal along with the responses provided in the interview and concluded that Risico is the most qualified proposer.
The current agreement with Risico expires on March 1, 2020. Risico has agreed to extend the current agreement through June 30, 2020. Risico also provides the best value for the City and provides for the continuity of service to injured City employees.
BACKGROUND
The City of Fresno has been permissibly self-insured for its Workers' Compensation liability since August of 1973. In order to administer the program, deliver benefits and ensure compliance with State statutes, the City has utilized the services ...
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