Interagency Benefits Advisory Committee - Group Basic Life, Voluntary Life, and Long Term Disability Coverage - RFP#27-343-0380-00007 (2026)
New Mexico Retiree Health Care Authority | State of New MexicoState · Albuquerque, NM- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 8 days left
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Marisol Galvez
- (505) 222-6423
The 30-second brief
The Interagency Benefits Advisory Committee (IBAC)—consisting of the New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA), New Mexico Public Schools Insurance Authority (NMPSIA), and New Mexico Retiree Health Care Authority (NMRHCA)—seeks sealed proposals for fully insured Group Basic Life and AD&D, Voluntary Life and AD&D, and Long Term Disability insurance coverage. The procurement aims to establish a four-year contract effective July 1, 2027, covering approximately 21,205 employees for HCA basic life, 41,000 employees for NMPSIA, and statewide retiree benefits. Vendors must duplicate existing plan designs, preserve all current coverage without new evidence of insurability upon transition, and adhere to administrative requirements including electronic submission by November 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM MST/MDT.
Technical Specifications (600 Points) including Organizational Experience, Organizational References, Technical Requirements, Desirable Specifications; Business Specifications (400 Points) including Financial Stability, Oral Presentations, Cost
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Summary
The Interagency Benefits Advisory Committee (IBAC)—consisting of the New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA), New Mexico Public Schools Insurance Authority (NMPSIA), and New Mexico Retiree Health Care Authority (NMRHCA)—seeks sealed proposals for fully insured Group Basic Life and AD&D, Voluntary Life and AD&D, and Long Term Disability insurance coverage.
The procurement aims to establish a four-year contract effective July 1, 2027, covering approximately 21,205 employees for HCA basic life, 41,000 employees for NMPSIA, and statewide retiree benefits. Vendors must duplicate existing plan designs, preserve all current coverage without new evidence of insurability upon transition, and adhere to administrative requirements including electronic submission by November 20, 2026, at 3:00 PM MST/MDT.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Technical Specifications (600 Points) including Organizational Experience
- Organizational References
- Technical Requirements
- Desirable Specifications; Business Specifications (400 Points) including Financial Stability
- Oral Presentations
- Cost
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Signed Letter of Transmittal
- Signed Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form
- Cost Proposal Workbook
- Financial Stability information
- New Mexico/Native American Resident Preferences certificate
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Santa Fe, NM
- Reported agency
- Interagency Benefits Advisory Committee
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from New Mexico Retiree Health Care Authority | State of New Mexico?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Marisol Galvez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including New Mexico Retiree Health Care Authority | State of New Mexico in NM, 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 Marisol Galvez at (505) 222-6423. 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: "Technical Specifications (600 Points) including Organizational Experience, Organizational References, Technical Requirements, Desirable Specifications; Business Specifications (400 Points) including F..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 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: Signed Letter of Transmittal, Signed Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form, Cost Proposal Workbook, Financial Stability information, New Mexico/Native American Resident Preferences certificate. Review the full document from New Mexico Retiree Health Care Authority | State of New Mexico for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Santa Fe, NM. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.