Grand Forks Public Schools - Employee Benefit Broker and Consulting Services - 2026
Grand Forks Public School District 1School · Grand Forks, ND- Due
- Oct 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Griffin Gillespie
- (701) 746-2200
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Summary
Grand Forks Public Schools seeks written proposals from qualified insurance brokerage firms to provide comprehensive employee benefit brokerage and consulting services.
The district employs approximately 1,850 employees, with roughly 1,500 eligible for benefits, including a self-insured medical plan administered by BCBSND with approximately 1,893 total covered members. Scope encompasses strategic planning, pricing and negotiation for self-funded health plan renewals, account support and administration, plan performance monitoring, forecasting, claims experience analysis, benchmarking, employee communications, and legal compliance consulting. Proposals are due by October 19, 2026 at 3:00 PM and must be delivered in a sealed envelope to 2400 47th Ave South, Grand Forks, ND 58201.
- Submit to
- 2400 47th Ave South, Grand Forks, ND 58201
- Scope location
- Grand Forks, ND
- Reported agency
- Grand Forks Public Schools
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Grand Forks Public School District 1?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 19, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: 2400 47th Ave South, Grand Forks, ND 58201. For questions, contact Griffin Gillespie.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Grand Forks Public School District 1 in ND, 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 Griffin Gillespie at (701) 746-2200. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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 Grand Forks Public School District 1 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Grand Forks, ND. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.