City of Joplin - Insurance Consulting Services (Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Flex, EAP) - 2027-RFP-03
City of JoplinCity · Joplin, MO- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 12 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Leslie Haase
- (417) 624-0820 ext 1251
The 30-second brief
The City of Joplin is seeking proposals from qualified benefits consulting firms on a retainer basis to perform analysis of current plan designs, recommend changes, ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and negotiate with health care providers. Services include reviewing employee health, vision, dental, life, and disability plans, strategic benefits reviews, benchmarking, developing annual budgets, analyzing health claim trend data, and conducting a 5-year insurance bid for all lines of service in 2030. The City employs approximately 592 full-time staff, with self-insured health coverage and a total annual budget of approximately $183 million. Proposals are due by November 10, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at the City of Joplin Finance Department.
Methodology 25%, Experience 25%, References 10%, Cost of proposal 30%, Staff 10%
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Summary
The City of Joplin is seeking proposals from qualified benefits consulting firms on a retainer basis to perform analysis of current plan designs, recommend changes, ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and negotiate with health care providers.
Services include reviewing employee health, vision, dental, life, and disability plans, strategic benefits reviews, benchmarking, developing annual budgets, analyzing health claim trend data, and conducting a 5-year insurance bid for all lines of service in 2030. The City employs approximately 592 full-time staff, with self-insured health coverage and a total annual budget of approximately $183 million. Proposals are due by November 10, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at the City of Joplin Finance Department.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Methodology 25%
- Experience 25%
- References 10%
- Cost of proposal 30%
- Staff 10%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Affidavit of Compliance Form
- Submit to
- City of Joplin Finance Department 602 South Main Joplin, MO 64801
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Joplin, MO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Joplin?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Joplin Finance Department 602 South Main Joplin, MO 64801. For questions, contact Leslie Haase.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Joplin in MO, 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 Leslie Haase at (417) 624-0820 ext 1251. 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: "Methodology 25%, Experience 25%, References 10%, Cost of proposal 30%, Staff 10%" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Joplin?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 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: Affidavit of Compliance Form. Review the full document from City of Joplin for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Joplin, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.