Department
Finance
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval to renew existing contracts - Finance Department, 22RFP101822C-MH, Employee Purchasing Program with Purchasing Power, LLC (Atlanta, GA), a voluntary employee purchase program under which its eligible employees may purchase computers, electronics, home appliances, furnishings, and other products from Purchasing Power, LLC and make payments for their purchases over time by payroll deduction. Voluntary Benefit Plan Premiums/Contributions are 100% employee paid. This action exercises the first of two renewal options. One renewal option remains. Effective dates: January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA)
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
In accordance with Purchasing Code Section 102-394(6), the Purchasing Department shall present all renewal requests to the Board of Commissioners at least 90 days prior to the contract renewal date, 60 days if the contract term is six (6) months or less.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Open and Responsible Government
Commission Districts Affected
All Districts ☒
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District 2 ☐
District 3 ☐
District 4 ☐
District 5 ☐
District 6 ☐
Is this a purchasing item?
Yes
Summary & Background: This contract provides administration of the voluntary benefits programs for active employees. Full-time and temporary employees are eligible for all plan offerings. Voluntary benefits premiums are paid with 100% employee contributions. There is no premium cost impact to the County.
Community Impact: None.
Department Recommendation: The Finance Department recommends renewal of existing contracts with Purchasing Power to provide voluntary benefits coverage to active employees for the 2026 plan year. There are no premium changes for the remaining products for the 2026 plan year.
Project Implications: None.
Community Issues/Concerns: None.
Department Issues/Concerns: None.
Contract Modification
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Current Contract History |
BOC Item |
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Dollar Amount |
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Original Award Amount |
102-369 |
1/1/2025 |
100% employee paid |
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90 Day Extension |
102-364(e) |
1/1/2026 |
100% employee paid |
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1st Renewal |
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100% employee paid |
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Total Revise Amount |
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100% employee paid |
Contract & Compliance Information
Total Contract Value: 100.00% Employee Funded
Contract Value: 100.00% Employee Funded
Prime Vendor: Purchasing Power, LLC
Prime Status: Non-Minority
Location: Atlanta, GA
County: Fulton County
Prime Value: 100.00% Employee Funded
Subcontractor: None
Total Contract Value: 100.00% Employee Funded
Total M/FBE Value: $-0-
Exhibits Attached:
Exhibit 1: Contract Renewal Agreement
Exhibit 2: Contract Renewal Evaluation Form
Exhibit 3: Performance Evaluation
Contact Information (Type Name, Title, Agency and Phone)
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Ray Turner, Interim Finance Director (404) 612-7737
Sabrinna McTier, Interim Deputy Finance Director (404) 612-7646
Verna Thomas, Benefits Manager (404) 612-7639
Contract Attached
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Yes
Previous Contracts
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Yes
Total Contract Value
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Original Approved Amount: |
100% employee paid based on approved premium rates. |
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Previous Adjustments: |
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This Request: |
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Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
100% Employee Paid Premiums
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Key Contract Terms |
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Start Date: 1/1/2026 |
End Date: 12/31/2026 |
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Cost Adjustment: |
Renewal/Extension Terms: 1of 2 Renewals |
Overall Contractor Performance Rating:
N/A
Would you select/recommend this vendor again?
Yes