Geisinger Health Plan Proposal for Southern Columbia Area School District Self-Funded Health Plans 2026
Southern Columbia Area SDSchool · Catawissa, PA- Due
- Jul 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 1, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Paula Heimbach
- (570) 214-3555
The 30-second brief
Geisinger Health Plan is providing a proposal for Administrative Services Only (ASO) self-funded health plans for the Southern Columbia Area School District. The scope of services includes medical services administration, pharmacy benefit management using the Geisinger Triple Choice formulary, claims administration, stop-loss coverage options, and integrated population health management. The proposal features a standard wellness package, 24/7 Tel-A-Nurse hotline, and access to the MedInsight reporting suite. Administrative fees are quoted at $6.00 PEPM (Per Employee Per Month) after a prescription rebate credit. The effective date for these services is July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, assuming an initial enrollment of 128 subscribers.
Medical Services, Pharmacy Services, Claims Administration, Wellness Package, Reporting Suite, ID Cards
PEPM Fees, Network Access, Pharmacy Rebates, Wellness Program Features
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Summary
Geisinger Health Plan is providing a proposal for Administrative Services Only (ASO) self-funded health plans for the Southern Columbia Area School District.
The scope of services includes medical services administration, pharmacy benefit management using the Geisinger Triple Choice formulary, claims administration, stop-loss coverage options, and integrated population health management. The proposal features a standard wellness package, 24/7 Tel-A-Nurse hotline, and access to the MedInsight reporting suite. Administrative fees are quoted at $6.00 PEPM (Per Employee Per Month) after a prescription rebate credit. The effective date for these services is July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, assuming an initial enrollment of 128 subscribers.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- PEPM Fees
- Network Access
- Pharmacy Rebates
- Wellness Program Features
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Medical Services
- Pharmacy Services
- Claims Administration
- Wellness Package
- Reporting Suite
- ID Cards
- Scope location
- Catawissa, PA
- Reported agency
- Southern Columbia Area School District
Questions about this QUOTE
How do I respond to this Quote from Southern Columbia Area SD?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 1, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. For questions, contact Paula Heimbach.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including Southern Columbia Area SD 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 Quote 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 Paula Heimbach at (570) 214-3555. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Medical Services, Pharmacy Services, Claims Administration, Wellness Package, Reporting Suite, ID Cards. 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: "PEPM Fees, Network Access, Pharmacy Rebates, Wellness Program Features" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Southern Columbia Area SD?
All active and historical solicitations from Southern Columbia Area SD are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Southern Columbia Area SD regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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 Quote?
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 Southern Columbia Area SD for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Catawissa, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.