Commonwealth of Pennsylvania PSERS - Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug Plans - PSERS IFA 2026-01 (2026)
Pennsylvania Public School Employees Retirement System | Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaState · Harrisburg, PA- Due
- May 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Sonya Charlesworth
- (202) 833-6489
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Summary
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System (PSERS) is seeking qualified insurance carriers to submit applications to offer fully insured Medicare Advantage plan with Prescription Drug benefits (MAPD) group insurance plans and accompanying Pre-65 managed care plans for PSERS retirees participating in the Health Options Program (HOP) for calendar year 2027.
The scope involves providing comprehensive medical and prescription drug benefits across designated PSERS HOP regions including Southeast PA, North and Central PA, Southwest PA, and Out-of-State. The application submission deadline is May 13, 2026, with an intent letter due April 22, 2026, and proposed rates due June 4, 2026. The contract term is effective January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027. Applications must be submitted electronically on Flash drive to Segal in Washington, DC.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Completed and duly executed application including all addenda and attachments on Flash drive, Notice of Intent to Apply letter, signed application by authorized official, virus scanning software name and version number
- Submit to
- Segal, c/o Melanie Clark, 1800 M Street NW, Suite 900 S, Washington, DC 20036-5802
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Harrisburg, PA
- Reported agency
- Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Public School Employees' Retirement System
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Pennsylvania Public School Employees Retirement System | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 13, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Segal, c/o Melanie Clark, 1800 M Street NW, Suite 900 S, Washington, DC 20036-5802. For questions, contact Sonya Charlesworth.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Pennsylvania Public School Employees Retirement System | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in PA, 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 Sonya Charlesworth at (202) 833-6489. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. 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: Completed and duly executed application including all addenda and attachments on Flash drive, Notice of Intent to Apply letter, signed application by authorized official, virus scanning software name. Review the full document from Pennsylvania Public School Employees Retirement System | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Harrisburg, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
