Charter Township of Independence - Employee Health Insurance and Benefit Administration - 2027 Coverage
Town of Independence charterCity · Independence charter, MI- Due
- Oct 19, 2026
- 4 days left
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Melissa Whiting
- (947) 253-0575
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Charter Township of Independence seeks competitive proposals for employee health coverage and related services for 2027 coverage. The scope of services includes medical claims/insurance, prescription drug coverage, provider network, medical claims administration/TPA, PBM services, stop-loss, care management, telehealth, behavioral health/EAP, HRA/HSA/FSA administration, COBRA, and data reporting under fully insured and self-funded ASO models. The current employee population is 105 with 85 enrolled employees. Proposals are due by October 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM at the Township Clerk's office located at 6483 Waldon Center Drive, Clarkston, Michigan 48346. An anticipated effective date of January 1, 2027, applies, with proposal validity required for a minimum of 120 days.
Total projected cost/premium and price credibility 30%, Risk allocation and financial protection 15%, Network access, disruption and provider economics 15%, Transparency, contract terms, data rights and auditability 10%, Clinical/pharmacy management and expected value 10%, Member service, implementation and administration 10%, Vendor experience, financial strength and public-sector references 5%, Technology, cybersecurity, reporting and data integration 5%
SUMMARY
The Charter Township of Independence seeks competitive proposals for employee health coverage and related services for 2027 coverage.
The scope of services includes medical claims/insurance, prescription drug coverage, provider network, medical claims administration/TPA, PBM services, stop-loss, care management, telehealth, behavioral health/EAP, HRA/HSA/FSA administration, COBRA, and data reporting under fully insured and self-funded ASO models. The current employee population is 105 with 85 enrolled employees. Proposals are due by October 19, 2026, at 4:00 PM at the Township Clerk's office located at 6483 Waldon Center Drive, Clarkston, Michigan 48346. An anticipated effective date of January 1, 2027, applies, with proposal validity required for a minimum of 120 days.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
15- Total projected cost/premium and price credibility 30%
- Risk allocation and financial protection 15%
- Network access
- Disruption and provider economics 15%
- Transparency
- Contract terms
- Data rights and auditability 10%
- Clinical/pharmacy management and expected value 10%
- Member service
- Implementation and administration 10%
- Vendor experience
- Financial strength and public-sector references 5%
- Technology
- Cybersecurity
- Reporting and data integration 5%
- Submit to
- Township Clerk’s office, Charter Township of Independence, 6483 Waldon Center Drive, Clarkston, Michigan 48346
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Clarkston, MI
- Reported agency
- Charter Township of Independence
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Independence charter?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 19, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: Township Clerk’s office, Charter Township of Independence, 6483 Waldon Center Drive, Clarkston, Michigan 48346. For questions, contact Melissa Whiting.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Independence charter in MI, 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 Melissa Whiting at (947) 253-0575. 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: "Total projected cost/premium and price credibility 30%, Risk allocation and financial protection 15%, Network access, disruption and provider economics 15%, Transparency, contract terms, data rights a..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Independence charter?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 19, 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. Review the full document from Town of Independence charter for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Clarkston, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
