Colorado Health Insurance Affordability Enterprise - FY27 Consumer Focus Groups - 2026
Health Insurance Affordability Enterprise Board of Directors | State of ColoradoState · Denver, CO- Due
- Jun 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Duration
- 7 months
- Primary contact
- Maria F. Rodriguez
The 30-second brief
The Colorado Health Insurance Affordability Enterprise seeks a qualified contractor to design and conduct 6-10 consumer focus groups in English and Spanish to gather community input on health coverage programs. This work aligns with House Bill 25B-1006 to understand consumer experiences, barriers to enrollment, utilization, and retention, and inform health insurance affordability programs. The scope includes developing a focus group plan and discussion guide, recruiting diverse participants via community-based organizations, facilitating virtual and in-person sessions, analyzing findings, and producing a final report and presentation. Proposals are due by June 19, 2026, and must be submitted via email to Maria F. Rodriguez. The maximum contract amount is $49,999, with work concluding by January 31, 2027.
Task 1: Focus Group(s); Task 2: Analysis and Report; Task 3: Presentation of Findings
Prior experience conducting focus groups and qualitative analysis, Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse populations, Experience supporting public sector or health-related initiatives, Ability to provide actionable recommendations and high-quality reporting, Cost effectiveness and overall proposal quality, Demonstrated ability to complete work within required timelines
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Summary
The Colorado Health Insurance Affordability Enterprise seeks a qualified contractor to design and conduct 6-10 consumer focus groups in English and Spanish to gather community input on health coverage programs.
This work aligns with House Bill 25B-1006 to understand consumer experiences, barriers to enrollment, utilization, and retention, and inform health insurance affordability programs. The scope includes developing a focus group plan and discussion guide, recruiting diverse participants via community-based organizations, facilitating virtual and in-person sessions, analyzing findings, and producing a final report and presentation. Proposals are due by June 19, 2026, and must be submitted via email to Maria F. Rodriguez. The maximum contract amount is $49,999, with work concluding by January 31, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Prior experience conducting focus groups and qualitative analysis, Experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse populations, Experience supporting public sector or health-related initiatives, Ability to provide actionable recommendations and high-quality reporting, Cost effectiveness and overall proposal quality, Demonstrated ability to complete work within required timelines
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Task 1: Focus Group(s)
- Task 2: Analysis and Report
- Task 3: Presentation of Findings
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
W-9 form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Colorado, CO
- Reported agency
- Colorado Health Insurance Affordability Enterprise
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Health Insurance Affordability Enterprise Board of Directors | State of Colorado?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 19, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Maria F. Rodriguez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Health Insurance Affordability Enterprise Board of Directors | State of Colorado in CO, 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 Maria F. Rodriguez. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Task 1: Focus Group(s); Task 2: Analysis and Report; Task 3: Presentation of Findings. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 7 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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