Iowa Finance Authority Employee Benefits Consultant Services - 005-RFP-3086-2027 (2027)
- Due
- Oct 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 14, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jocelyn Brincks
- (515) 499-3659
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Summary
The State of Iowa is seeking a qualified and experienced employee benefits consultant to provide strategic, actuarial, and operational support for the State's employee benefits programs.
Services include evaluating and optimizing benefit plan design and funding strategies, supporting procurement activities for benefit-related services, providing actuarial analysis and financial forecasting, assisting with collective bargaining preparation and analysis, and monitoring vendor performance and market trends. The submission deadline is October 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT. Proposals must be submitted via email to [email protected] or through the IMPACS portal.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Technical Proposal
- Cost Proposal
- Form 22 – Confidential Treatment of Information
- Redlined terms and conditions
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Des Moines, IA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Iowa Finance Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 20, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Jocelyn Brincks.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Iowa Finance Authority in IA, 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 Jocelyn Brincks at (515) 499-3659. 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Technical Proposal, Cost Proposal, Form 22 – Confidential Treatment of Information, redlined terms and conditions. Review the full document from Iowa Finance Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Des Moines, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.