Chicago Housing Authority - Employee Benefits Brokerage - RFP Event 3356 (2026)
Chicago Housing AuthorityLocal Housing Authority · Chicago, IL- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 18 days left
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Raymond Adams
- (312) 786-3624
The 30-second brief
The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) is seeking proposals from employee benefit and wellness consulting firms to provide insurance brokerage services and consulting services for benefit plan design, wellness program design, benefit plan strategy, compliance support, communications, compensation transparency, and benchmarking. Services cover approximately 550 employees and 1000 lives for fully insured, non-ERISA plans. The contract term is an initial base period of two (2) years with up to three (3) additional one-year option periods. Proposals are due by Monday, November 30, 2026, at 1:00 PM CT, submitted electronically via the CHA Supplier Portal. An in-person pre-proposal conference is scheduled for Thursday, November 5, 2026, with an RSVP deadline of November 4, 2026. Questions are due by November 9, 2026, and the Letter of Intent to Submit a Proposal (Attachment A) is due by November 16, 2026. Minimum M/W/DBE participation is 20% and Section 3 Business subcontracting is 3% for professional services contracts over $50,001.
Specialized Experience and Past Performance (40 points), Approach and Work Plan (25 points), Organizational Structure and Key Personnel (15 points), Proposed Fees (10 points), Contract Requirements (10 points), Oral Presentations (30 points maximum additional)
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Summary
The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) is seeking proposals from employee benefit and wellness consulting firms to provide insurance brokerage services and consulting services for benefit plan design, wellness program design, benefit plan strategy, compliance support, communications, compensation transparency, and benchmarking.
Services cover approximately 550 employees and 1000 lives for fully insured, non-ERISA plans. The contract term is an initial base period of two (2) years with up to three (3) additional one-year option periods. Proposals are due by Monday, November 30, 2026, at 1:00 PM CT, submitted electronically via the CHA Supplier Portal. An in-person pre-proposal conference is scheduled for Thursday, November 5, 2026, with an RSVP deadline of November 4, 2026. Questions are due by November 9, 2026, and the Letter of Intent to Submit a Proposal (Attachment A) is due by November 16, 2026. Minimum M/W/DBE participation is 20% and Section 3 Business subcontracting is 3% for professional services contracts over $50,001.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- Intent to Bid/Submit Letter
- Vendor Submission Checklist
- Standard Professional Services Agreement
- Reference Questionnaire
- Utilization Plan
- Fee Form
- Contract Compliance Certification
- Letter of Intent-MWDBE and Section 3 Subs
- Waiver Request-M/W/DBE
- Contractor’s Affidavit
- Statement of Bidder’s Qualification
- Economic Disclosure Statement
- HUD Form 5370 or 5370-C
- Executive Summary Form
- Submit to
- https://supplier.thecha.org
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Chicago, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Chicago Housing Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://supplier.thecha.org. For questions, contact Raymond Adams.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Chicago Housing Authority in IL, 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 Raymond Adams at (312) 786-3624. 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: "Specialized Experience and Past Performance (40 points), Approach and Work Plan (25 points), Organizational Structure and Key Personnel (15 points), Proposed Fees (10 points), Contract Requirements (1..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Chicago Housing Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Chicago Housing Authority are tracked and searchable. As a local housing authority agency, Chicago Housing Authority 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 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 30, 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: Intent to Bid/Submit Letter, Vendor Submission Checklist, Standard Professional Services Agreement, Reference Questionnaire, Utilization Plan, Fee Form, Contract Compliance Certification, Letter of In. Review the full document from Chicago Housing Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chicago, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.