City of Jackson RFP 94828-090126 Major Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans 2026
City of JacksonCity · Jackson, MS- Due
- Sep 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 30, 2026
- Duration
- Change anticipated January 1, 2027 months
- Primary contact
- Toya Martin
- (601) 960-1327
The 30-second brief
The City of Jackson is seeking proposals from responsible firms to provide Third Party Administration (TPA) for the City's Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefit Plans. The anticipated date for the change in administration is January 1, 2027. Electronic proposals must be submitted via the city's bid portal, while physical sealed bids are received by the City Clerk. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for August 17, 2026, at 633 North State Street, Jackson, MS, with options for remote participation. Written questions regarding the RFP are due by August 14, 2026, at 12:00 noon. The City reserves the right to reject any bids and will evaluate based on the most favorable terms for the municipality.
Third Party Administration for Medical, Dental and Vision Benefit Plans
City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to accept the bid deemed most favorable.
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Summary
The City of Jackson is seeking proposals from responsible firms to provide Third Party Administration (TPA) for the City's Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefit Plans.
The anticipated date for the change in administration is January 1, 2027. Electronic proposals must be submitted via the city's bid portal, while physical sealed bids are received by the City Clerk. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for August 17, 2026, at 633 North State Street, Jackson, MS, with options for remote participation. Written questions regarding the RFP are due by August 14, 2026, at 12:00 noon. The City reserves the right to reject any bids and will evaluate based on the most favorable terms for the municipality.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to accept the bid deemed most favorable.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Third Party Administration for Medical, Dental and Vision Benefit Plans
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Sealed envelope marked with bid title, Instructions to Bidders
- Submit to
- City Clerk of Jackson, 219 S. President Street, Jackson, MS 39201 or www.jacksonmsbids.com
- Scope location
- Jackson, MS
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Jackson?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 1, 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: City Clerk of Jackson, 219 S. President Street, Jackson, MS 39201 or www.jacksonmsbids.com. For questions, contact Toya Martin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Jackson in MS, 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 Toya Martin at (601) 960-1327. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Third Party Administration for Medical, Dental and Vision Benefit Plans. 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: "City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to accept the bid deemed most favorable." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Jackson?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Jackson are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Jackson 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 Change anticipated January 1, 2027 months. 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: Sealed envelope marked with bid title, Instructions to Bidders. Review the full document from City of Jackson for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Jackson, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.