Harnett County Schools - Voluntary Benefits, Section 125 Flexible Benefit Plan - RFP-2025-021 (2026)
Harnett County SchoolsSchool · Lillington, NC- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 11 days left
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Andrew Cox
- (910) 893-8151
The 30-second brief
Harnett County Schools is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide voluntary employee benefits, Section 125 flexible benefit plan administration, enrollment services, and related employee support services under solicitation #RFQ-2025-021. The required scope includes dental insurance, vision insurance, cancer insurance, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, short-term and long-term disability, whole life insurance, group term life insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), dependent care assistance, online enrollment platforms, and employee communication services. The anticipated initial contract term is three years, from September 1, 2026 through August 30, 2029, with two additional one-year renewal options. Proposals are due by November 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern time. Written questions are due by October 23, 2026.
Benefit design and value (25%), Service and account management (20%), Enrollment and communications (15%), Section 125 / FSA administration (15%), Fees and financial transparency (15%), Transition, compliance and security (10%)
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Summary
Harnett County Schools is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide voluntary employee benefits, Section 125 flexible benefit plan administration, enrollment services, and related employee support services under solicitation #RFQ-2025-021.
The required scope includes dental insurance, vision insurance, cancer insurance, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, short-term and long-term disability, whole life insurance, group term life insurance, flexible spending accounts (FSA), dependent care assistance, online enrollment platforms, and employee communication services. The anticipated initial contract term is three years, from September 1, 2026 through August 30, 2029, with two additional one-year renewal options. Proposals are due by November 13, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern time. Written questions are due by October 23, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
18- Completed proposer questionnaire and signed certification (Attachment A)
- Government-Wide Debarment and Suspension (Attachment B)
- Non-Collusion Affidavit of Prime Bidder (Attachment C)
- Completed Appendix A pricing schedule and full compensation/commission disclosure
- Certification Regarding Conflict of Interest (Attachment D)
- E-Verify Compliance Certification (Attachment E)
- Iran Divestment Act Certification (Attachment F)
- Sample benefit guide
- Enrollment materials
- Employee election/confirmation forms
- Sample employer reports and payroll/carrier reconciliation reports
- Implementation and transition plan
- References and applicable North Carolina licenses
- Evidence of insurance/bonding and summary of cybersecurity/privacy controls
- Sample service-level commitments and customer escalation procedures
- List of exceptions
- Assumptions
- Requested changes to the RFP and proposed contract terms
- Submit to
- 601 South Main Street, Lillington, NC 27546
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Lillington, NC
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Harnett County Schools?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 601 South Main Street, Lillington, NC 27546. For questions, contact Andrew Cox.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Harnett County Schools in NC, 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 Andrew Cox at (910) 893-8151. 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: "Benefit design and value (25%), Service and account management (20%), Enrollment and communications (15%), Section 125 / FSA administration (15%), Fees and financial transparency (15%), Transition, co..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Harnett County Schools?
All active and historical solicitations from Harnett County Schools are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Harnett County Schools 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 13, 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 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 proposer questionnaire and signed certification (Attachment A), Government-Wide Debarment and Suspension (Attachment B), Non-Collusion Affidavit of Prime Bidder (Attachment C), Completed App. Review the full document from Harnett County Schools for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lillington, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.