GBA is Founded
Great Bay Administrators (GBA) is launched to fill a growing gap in the market: an independent, service‑first TPA that gives brokers and employers more transparency, flexibility, and control.
About Cobalt Benefits Group
As a trusted third-party administrator (TPA) specializing in self-funded benefit plans, Cobalt Benefits Group is committed to helping employers find flexible, high-quality coverage at a cost they can afford. We administer self-funded insurance benefits through our portfolio of four TPA companies: Blue Benefit Administrators of Massachusetts (BBA), Comprehensive Benefits Administrators (CBA Blue), Employee Benefit Plan Administrators (EBPA), and Great Bay Administrators (GBA).
With over 60 years of experience and a dedicated team of more than 200 employees, our team collaborates with broker partners to build customized self-funded health plans, manage claim payments, and administer a wide range of ancillary products.
Optimize member health and experience by delivering cost-effective, tailor-made benefit programs through a data-driven and service-oriented approach.
To be foremost advocate for clients, brokers, and employees - setting the standard for value within the third-party administrator market.
A Legacy of Innovation in Self-Funding
2026
Blue Benefit Administrators of Massachusetts (BBA) is a TPA for self-funded health plans and wholly owned subsidiary of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts.
Comprehensive Benefits Administrators (CBA Blue) is a TPA for self-funded health plans and wholly owned subsidiary of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont.
Employee Benefit Plan Administrators (EBPA) offers self-funded health plans, dental plans, and ancillary solutions.
Great Bay Administrators (GBA) is an independent, service-first TPA that gives brokers and employers more transparency, flexibility, and control.
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Careers at Cobalt
At Cobalt Benefits Group, we believe building successful partnerships starts with an exceptional team. Join us as we match employers across our region with the right solutions for their employee benefit needs.
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Blue Benefit Administrators of Massachusetts and CBA Blue are Independent Licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.
*Partner/vendor integrations are not licensed by or affiliated with the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association. These companies offer products, such as prescription benefit management, population health services, and savings account administration.
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