Third Party Administrative Services
Kitsap CountyCounty · Port Orchard, WA- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Oct 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Glen McNeil
- (360) 337-4789
The 30-second brief
Kitsap County, Washington is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide third-party administrative services to manage claims for the County's self-insured workers' compensation program, including managing all claims with opened or reopened dates after January 1, 2027, and assuming management of all existing open claims. The scope includes claims administration, claims management, medical management, reporting, MMSEA Section 111 compliance, and risk management information system (RMIS) access. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with written questions due by October 23, 2026. Evaluation criteria include General Information (5 Pts), Staffing (10 Pts), Claims and Managed Care Services (30 Pts), Risk Management Information System (10 Pts), Transition Plan (5 Pts), Financial Condition and References (10 Pts), and Cost Proposal (30 Pts).
General Information 5 Pts, Staffing 10 Pts, Claims and Managed Care Services 30 Pts, Risk Management Information System 10 Pts, Transition Plan 5 Pts, Financial Condition and References 10 Pts, Cost Proposal 30 Pts
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Summary
Kitsap County, Washington is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide third-party administrative services to manage claims for the County's self-insured workers' compensation program, including managing all claims with opened or reopened dates after January 1, 2027, and assuming management of all existing open claims.
The scope includes claims administration, claims management, medical management, reporting, MMSEA Section 111 compliance, and risk management information system (RMIS) access. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with written questions due by October 23, 2026. Evaluation criteria include General Information (5 Pts), Staffing (10 Pts), Claims and Managed Care Services (30 Pts), Risk Management Information System (10 Pts), Transition Plan (5 Pts), Financial Condition and References (10 Pts), and Cost Proposal (30 Pts).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- General Information 5 Pts
- Staffing 10 Pts
- Claims and Managed Care Services 30 Pts
- Risk Management Information System 10 Pts
- Transition Plan 5 Pts
- Financial Condition and References 10 Pts
- Cost Proposal 30 Pts
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Proposal Certification
- Exceptions and Assumptions form
- Contractor References form
- Financial records
- Statement of financial condition
- Client references
- Submit to
- Kitsap County Purchasing Office, 619 Division Street, Port Orchard, WA 98366
- Scope location
- Port Orchard, WA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Kitsap County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Kitsap County Purchasing Office, 619 Division Street, Port Orchard, WA 98366. For questions, contact Glen McNeil.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Kitsap County in WA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Glen McNeil at (360) 337-4789. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "General Information 5 Pts, Staffing 10 Pts, Claims and Managed Care Services 30 Pts, Risk Management Information System 10 Pts, Transition Plan 5 Pts, Financial Condition and References 10 Pts, Cost P..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kitsap County?
All active and historical solicitations from Kitsap County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Kitsap County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 5, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proposal Certification, Exceptions and Assumptions form, Contractor References form, financial records, statement of financial condition, client references. Review the full document from Kitsap County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Port Orchard, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.