Specifications include, but are not limited to: A. Assist with the review and evaluation of the District’s benefit components, specifically in the area of design, funding, cost and administration. This will include a review of current and proposed plan features and rate structures. B. Propose recommendations to include comparative alternatives, plan design changes, new products and compliance with all appropriate tax codes, as well as state and federal regulations governing benefit plans. C. Review current carrier plans and performance, and provide written report on findings. D. Perform statistical analysis and claim reserve studies on the claims and utilization of the benefit plans, and make recommendations for appropriate rate structures based on this analysis. E. Review current legal plan documents for benefit plans and advise on recommended changes. F. Provide projections of benefit trends for the next five years and identify areas of potential concerns. G. Attend meetings called by the District for such purposes of discussion, review, and evaluation of the District’s benefit plans. H. Assist in the development of the request for proposal for administrator and underwriter selection, analysis of proposals, and recommendations of plan design and funding methods to be employed. I. Assist in the development of employee communication tools, including the design and preparation of printed material, on-site employee meetings, etc. J. Consult with the District on all benefit regulatory compliance issues, provide and facilitate training for same and assist in the preparation of reporting requirements. K. Assist claimants throughout the plan year as claim discrepancies occur. L. Conduct renewal negotiations with the carrier(s) utilized and prepare a complete and detailed accounting of all claim costs, provider access fees, administrative expenses, risk charges, investment performances, etc. M. Provide industry and geographical comparative data for the purpose of attracting and retaining quality employees. N. Conduct an annual plan review to determine success, areas of focus, as well as reduction of liability.