Carter County Schools Fully Insured Plans: Dental RFP 2026
Carter CountyCounty · Elizabethton, TN- Due
- Sep 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Wes Dozier
The 30-second brief
Carter County Schools is seeking written, sealed proposals from qualified licensed insurance carriers to provide fully insured dental plan coverage for its full-time benefit-eligible employees and retirees. The contract is intended for a one-year term effective January 1, 2027, with potential annual extensions. Eligible employees include those working a minimum of 30 hours per week. Proposals must be submitted as sealed bids to the Finance Department in Elizabethton, TN, with an electronic copy sent to Gallagher Benefit Services. Evaluation will be based on cost, services, network, and other factors. The solicitation requires Form #1 (Submission Form), Form #2 (Certificate of Nondiscrimination), and Form #3 (Certifications under TN Law). Questions are due by September 11, 2026, and final proposals are due September 25, 2026.
Sealed bid, Form #1, Proposal, Form #2, Form #3, Electronic copy of proposal, Unlocked spreadsheet
Cost, services, network, high-performance networks in local area, competitive pricing
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Summary
Carter County Schools is seeking written, sealed proposals from qualified licensed insurance carriers to provide fully insured dental plan coverage for its full-time benefit-eligible employees and retirees.
The contract is intended for a one-year term effective January 1, 2027, with potential annual extensions. Eligible employees include those working a minimum of 30 hours per week. Proposals must be submitted as sealed bids to the Finance Department in Elizabethton, TN, with an electronic copy sent to Gallagher Benefit Services. Evaluation will be based on cost, services, network, and other factors. The solicitation requires Form #1 (Submission Form), Form #2 (Certificate of Nondiscrimination), and Form #3 (Certifications under TN Law). Questions are due by September 11, 2026, and final proposals are due September 25, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Cost
- Services
- Network
- High-performance networks in local area
- Competitive pricing
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Sealed bid
- Form #1
- Proposal
- Form #2
- Form #3
- Electronic copy of proposal
- Unlocked spreadsheet
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Form #1
- Form #2
- Form #3
- Signed Acknowledgement of Addendums
- Submit to
- Elizabethton, TN
- Reported agency
- Carter County Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Carter County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 25, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Elizabethton, TN. For questions, contact Wes Dozier.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Carter County in TN, 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 Wes Dozier. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed bid, Form #1, Proposal, Form #2, Form #3, Electronic copy of proposal, Unlocked spreadsheet. 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, services, network, high-performance networks in local area, competitive pricing" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Carter County?
All active and historical solicitations from Carter County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Carter 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: Form #1, Form #2, Form #3, Signed Acknowledgement of Addendums. Review the full document from Carter County for the complete list.