City of Palestine Health Insurance RFP 2026-001
City of PalestineCity · Palestine, TX- Due
- Jul 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 20, 2026
- Primary contact
- Paige Mendez
- (903) 780-1493
The 30-second brief
The City of Palestine is soliciting proposals for employee health and prescription drug plan coverage, including fully-insured, self-funded, and level-funded options effective October 1, 2026. The RFP specifies two primary plan designs: a Core HDHP/HSA plan ($2,000 individual deductible) and a Preferred PPO plan ($1,000 individual deductible). Proposers must provide detailed premium rates, administrative fees, stop-loss breakdowns, GeoAccess reports for medical and pharmacy networks, and wellness program offerings. Proposals are due by 10:00 a.m. on July 7, 2026, at the City Secretary's Office, with a public opening scheduled for 10:30 a.m. the same day. The City intends to present a recommendation to the City Council for possible award on July 13, 2026.
Three hard copies of proposal, Certificate of insurance, Premium rates, Plan benefits, Administrative fee breakdown, GeoAccess reports, Performance guarantees, Implementation timeline, Wellness program details, Reporting samples, Three references
Cost (35%), Network Adequacy and Provider Disruption Analysis (25%), Administrative Capabilities and Technology (20%), Customer Service and Account Management (15%), Wellness and Disease Management Programs (5%)
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Summary
The City of Palestine is soliciting proposals for employee health and prescription drug plan coverage, including fully-insured, self-funded, and level-funded options effective October 1, 2026.
The RFP specifies two primary plan designs: a Core HDHP/HSA plan ($2,000 individual deductible) and a Preferred PPO plan ($1,000 individual deductible). Proposers must provide detailed premium rates, administrative fees, stop-loss breakdowns, GeoAccess reports for medical and pharmacy networks, and wellness program offerings. Proposals are due by 10:00 a.m. on July 7, 2026, at the City Secretary's Office, with a public opening scheduled for 10:30 a.m. the same day. The City intends to present a recommendation to the City Council for possible award on July 13, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Three hard copies of proposal
- Certificate of insurance
- Premium rates
- Plan benefits
- Administrative fee breakdown
- GeoAccess reports
- Performance guarantees
- Implementation timeline
- Wellness program details
- Reporting samples
- Three references
- Submit to
- City Secretary's Office, 504 N. Queen Street, Palestine, Texas 75801
- Scope location
- Palestine, Texas
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Palestine?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 7, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: City Secretary's Office, 504 N. Queen Street, Palestine, Texas 75801. For questions, contact Paige Mendez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Palestine in TX, 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 Paige Mendez at (903) 780-1493. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Three hard copies of proposal, Certificate of insurance, Premium rates, Plan benefits, Administrative fee breakdown, GeoAccess reports, Performance guarantees, Implementation timeline, Wellness program details, Reporting samples, Three references. 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 (35%), Network Adequacy and Provider Disruption Analysis (25%), Administrative Capabilities and Technology (20%), Customer Service and Account Management (15%), Wellness and Disease Management Pr..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Palestine?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Palestine are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Palestine regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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 City of Palestine for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Palestine, Texas. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.