Mississippi Department of Public Safety Third Party Claims Administration IFB 3160007857
Mississippi Highway Patrol (Department of Public Safety)State · Jackson, MS- Due
- Mar 31, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 24, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Britney Wesley
The 30-second brief
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety (MDPS) issued IFB 3160007857 to secure a vendor for Third-Party Administration (TPCA) services for workers' compensation claims. The scope includes claims investigations, compensability determinations, claim and expense payments, litigation management, medical case management, and overall management of claim files for approximately 1,600 employees. The contract term is four years with one optional one-year renewal. Vendors were required to have at least ten years of experience and currently serve a client with 1,600+ employees. Bids were opened on March 31, 2026, with Cannon Cochran Management Services, Inc. identified as the lowest responsive bidder at an estimated annual cost of $121,476.00.
Claims investigations, Compensability determinations, Claim and expense payments, Litigation management, Medical case management, Management reports
Lowest responsive responsible bid, minimum 10 years experience, experience with 1600+ employee clients
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Summary
The Mississippi Department of Public Safety (MDPS) issued IFB 3160007857 to secure a vendor for Third-Party Administration (TPCA) services for workers' compensation claims.
The scope includes claims investigations, compensability determinations, claim and expense payments, litigation management, medical case management, and overall management of claim files for approximately 1,600 employees. The contract term is four years with one optional one-year renewal. Vendors were required to have at least ten years of experience and currently serve a client with 1,600+ employees. Bids were opened on March 31, 2026, with Cannon Cochran Management Services, Inc. identified as the lowest responsive bidder at an estimated annual cost of $121,476.00.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Lowest responsive responsible bid
- Minimum 10 years experience
- Experience with 1600+ employee clients
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Claims investigations
- Compensability determinations
- Claim and expense payments
- Litigation management
- Medical case management
- Management reports
- Submit to
- Jackson, MS
- Scope location
- Jackson, MS
- Reported agency
- Mississippi Department of Public Safety
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Mississippi Highway Patrol (Department of Public Safety)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 31, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Jackson, MS. For questions, contact Britney Wesley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Mississippi Highway Patrol (Department of Public Safety) in MS, 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 Bid 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 Britney Wesley. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Claims investigations, Compensability determinations, Claim and expense payments, Litigation management, Medical case management, Management reports. 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: "Lowest responsive responsible bid, minimum 10 years experience, experience with 1600+ employee clients" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Mississippi Highway Patrol (Department of Public Safety)?
All active and historical solicitations from Mississippi Highway Patrol (Department of Public Safety) are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Mississippi Highway Patrol (Department of Public Safety) 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 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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 Mississippi Highway Patrol (Department of Public Safety) for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Jackson, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.