Archuleta County Employee Health Insurance and Benefits Program RFP 2026
Archuleta CountyCounty · Archuleta County, CO- Due
- Sep 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mitzi Bowman
- (970) 264-8300
The 30-second brief
Archuleta County is requesting proposals from qualified vendors to provide a comprehensive employee health insurance and benefits solution for approximately 200 employees. The scope of services includes medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, COBRA, and FSA/HSA/HRA administration, along with customer service, reporting tools, and enrollment support. Proposals may include fully insured and/or self-funded (including level-funded) program options. Vendors must provide transparent pricing including premiums, administrative fees (PEPM), and stop-loss costs. Proposals are due electronically in PDF format by September 15, 2026, at 17:00:00. Written questions must be submitted by August 21, 2026.
Executive Summary, Company Overview, Plan Design, Detailed Cost Proposal, Cost Containment Strategy, Implementation Plan, Service Model, Technology Capabilities, References
Cost, Plan Design, Cost Containment, Service, Experience
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Summary
Archuleta County is requesting proposals from qualified vendors to provide a comprehensive employee health insurance and benefits solution for approximately 200 employees.
The scope of services includes medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, COBRA, and FSA/HSA/HRA administration, along with customer service, reporting tools, and enrollment support. Proposals may include fully insured and/or self-funded (including level-funded) program options. Vendors must provide transparent pricing including premiums, administrative fees (PEPM), and stop-loss costs. Proposals are due electronically in PDF format by September 15, 2026, at 17:00:00. Written questions must be submitted by August 21, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Cost
- Plan Design
- Cost Containment
- Service
- Experience
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Executive Summary
- Company Overview
- Plan Design
- Detailed Cost Proposal
- Cost Containment Strategy
- Implementation Plan
- Service Model
- Technology Capabilities
- References
- Submit to
- Electronic submission via email to [email protected]
- Scope location
- Pagosa Springs, CO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Archuleta County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 15, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Electronic submission via email to [email protected]. For questions, contact Mitzi Bowman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Archuleta County in CO, 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 Mitzi Bowman at (970) 264-8300. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Executive Summary, Company Overview, Plan Design, Detailed Cost Proposal, Cost Containment Strategy, Implementation Plan, Service Model, Technology Capabilities, References. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Cost, Plan Design, Cost Containment, Service, Experience" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Archuleta County?
All active and historical solicitations from Archuleta County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Archuleta County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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. Review the full document from Archuleta 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: Pagosa Springs, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.