City of Springdale Employee Benefits Broker & Financial Advisory Services RFQ 2026
City of SpringdaleCity · Springdale, AR- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- 2 days left
- Primary contact
- Rachel Kitterman
The 30-second brief
The City of Springdale, Arkansas is requesting Statements of Qualifications for employee benefits brokerage, financial advisory, and risk management consulting services. The selected firm will assist the City in managing its self-funded employee health insurance program, analyzing claims and financial exposure, evaluating insurance arrangements, negotiating coverage and service-provider terms, managing renewals, and providing ongoing strategic guidance. Key areas include self-funded health plans, stop-loss and risk management, pharmacy and vendor oversight, financial forecasting, and claims and cost analysis. Submissions are due by Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Central Time, via one sealed hard copy delivered to the Human Resources Department and one identical digital PDF copy emailed to [email protected].
Professional qualifications and experience, technical competence, capacity to perform the required work, past performance, relevant familiarity
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Summary
The City of Springdale, Arkansas is requesting Statements of Qualifications for employee benefits brokerage, financial advisory, and risk management consulting services.
The selected firm will assist the City in managing its self-funded employee health insurance program, analyzing claims and financial exposure, evaluating insurance arrangements, negotiating coverage and service-provider terms, managing renewals, and providing ongoing strategic guidance. Key areas include self-funded health plans, stop-loss and risk management, pharmacy and vendor oversight, financial forecasting, and claims and cost analysis. Submissions are due by Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Central Time, via one sealed hard copy delivered to the Human Resources Department and one identical digital PDF copy emailed to [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Professional qualifications and experience
- Technical competence
- Capacity to perform the required work
- Past performance
- Relevant familiarity
- Submit to
- [email protected] and Human Resources Department, Attention: Rachel Kitterman, Springdale City Hall, 201 Spring Street, Springdale, AR 72764
- Scope location
- Springdale, AR
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from City of Springdale?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] and Human Resources Department, Attention: Rachel Kitterman, Springdale City Hall, 201 Spring Street, Springdale, AR 72764. For questions, contact Rachel Kitterman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including City of Springdale in AR, 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 RFQ 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 Rachel Kitterman. 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: "Professional qualifications and experience, technical competence, capacity to perform the required work, past performance, relevant familiarity" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Springdale?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Springdale are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Springdale regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 4, 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 RFQ?
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 Springdale for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Springdale, AR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.