Archuleta County Workers Compensation Third Party Administrator RFP 2026
Archuleta CountyCounty · Archuleta County, CO- Due
- Oct 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Mitzi Bowman
- (970) 264-8300
The 30-second brief
Archuleta County seeks a qualified third-party administrator (TPA) for its self-insured Workers’ Compensation Fund. Services include comprehensive claims administration, medical bill payment, disability benefits processing, subrogation, reporting and data analytics, risk management information systems (RMIS), cost-containment services, and program support in accordance with Colorado workers’ compensation statutes. Proposals are due by October 9, 2026, with questions due October 2, 2026. Submissions may be sent via email to Mitzi Bowman or mailed to Archuleta County Human Resources in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. The initial contract term is one year with four additional one-year renewal options.
Expertise and experience of the staff assigned to the County’s account, Understanding of the services outlined in the Scope of Services, Innovative or creative solutions offered, Location and availability of assigned personnel, Administration fees
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Summary
Archuleta County seeks a qualified third-party administrator (TPA) for its self-insured Workers’ Compensation Fund.
Services include comprehensive claims administration, medical bill payment, disability benefits processing, subrogation, reporting and data analytics, risk management information systems (RMIS), cost-containment services, and program support in accordance with Colorado workers’ compensation statutes. Proposals are due by October 9, 2026, with questions due October 2, 2026. Submissions may be sent via email to Mitzi Bowman or mailed to Archuleta County Human Resources in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. The initial contract term is one year with four additional one-year renewal options.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Expertise and experience of the staff assigned to the County’s account, Understanding of the services outlined in the Scope of Services, Innovative or creative solutions offered, Location and availability of assigned personnel, Administration fees
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Proposal
- Organized per Section 3
- Pricing Form (separate sealed envelope)
- Contractor’s Certification of Compliance (signed)
- Contractor’s Statement (signed)
- References Form
- Vendor Information Form
- W-9
- Submit to
- Email submissions to [email protected]; paper submissions to Archuleta County Human Resources, PO Box 1507, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147.
- Duration
- 60 months
- 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 October 9, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Email submissions to [email protected]; paper submissions to Archuleta County Human Resources, PO Box 1507, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147.. 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.
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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: "Expertise and experience of the staff assigned to the County’s account, Understanding of the services outlined in the Scope of Services, Innovative or creative solutions offered, Location and availabi..." 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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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, organized per Section 3, Pricing Form (separate sealed envelope), Contractor’s Certification of Compliance (signed), Contractor’s Statement (signed), References Form, Vendor Information Form. 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.