School District of Palm Beach County - Transparent Pharmacy Benefits Management (PBM) - ITN 26C-021F (2026)
Palm Beach County School DistrictSchool · West Palm Beach, FL- Due
- Apr 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
The 30-second brief
The School District of Palm Beach County, FL seeks proposals from qualified Transparent Pharmacy Benefit Managers (TPBM) to provide comprehensive administration of prescription drug benefits for approximately 22,000 benefit-eligible employees and approximately 36,000 covered lives. The procurement requires a fiduciary-aligned partner committed to a 100% pass-through, zero spread financial model in strict accordance with the Florida Prescription Drug Reform Act (Section 626.8825, F.S.) and federal Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026 (CAA 2026). Core services include 24/7/365 claims adjudication via a real-time online POS system, daily eligibility file transfers, member support and advocacy, proactive member education, clinical help desk, and real-time resolution. Mandatory requirements feature 100% pass-through pricing with no spread, 100% rebate and manufacturer credit remittance within 90 days of calendar quarter end, de-linked fixed PEPM or per-claim administrative fee compensation, fiduciary formulary management, anti-steering protections, network adequacy, comprehensive audit rights, and 2026 CAA compliance. Proposals are due by April 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST via Bidnet Direct. A virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for April 9, 2026, and written questions are due by April 13, 2026. The initial contract term is five (5) years with a potential two (2) year renewal.
Transparent Pharmacy Benefits Management (PBM) services, Claims adjudication, Eligibility management, Member support and advocacy, Dedicated school district help desk, Proactive member education, Clinical help desk, Real-time resolution, Rebate remittance, Fiduciary formulary management, Specialty pharmacy management
Experience and Qualifications (15), Scope of Service to include Pharmacy Workbook (40), Pharmacy Financials (35), Small Business Enterprise Participation (10)
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Summary
The School District of Palm Beach County, FL seeks proposals from qualified Transparent Pharmacy Benefit Managers (TPBM) to provide comprehensive administration of prescription drug benefits for approximately 22,000 benefit-eligible employees and approximately 36,000 covered lives.
The procurement requires a fiduciary-aligned partner committed to a 100% pass-through, zero spread financial model in strict accordance with the Florida Prescription Drug Reform Act (Section 626.8825, F.S.) and federal Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026 (CAA 2026). Core services include 24/7/365 claims adjudication via a real-time online POS system, daily eligibility file transfers, member support and advocacy, proactive member education, clinical help desk, and real-time resolution. Mandatory requirements feature 100% pass-through pricing with no spread, 100% rebate and manufacturer credit remittance within 90 days of calendar quarter end, de-linked fixed PEPM or per-claim administrative fee compensation, fiduciary formulary management, anti-steering protections, network adequacy, comprehensive audit rights, and 2026 CAA compliance. Proposals are due by April 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST via Bidnet Direct. A virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for April 9, 2026, and written questions are due by April 13, 2026. The initial contract term is five (5) years with a potential two (2) year renewal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Transparent Pharmacy Benefits Management (PBM) services
- Claims adjudication
- Eligibility management
- Member support and advocacy
- Dedicated school district help desk
- Proactive member education
- Clinical help desk
- Real-time resolution
- Rebate remittance
- Fiduciary formulary management
- Specialty pharmacy management
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
13- Pharmacy Workbook Exhibit B
- References
- Company Financials
- Organizational Profile
- Conflict Interest Statement
- Complaint Notification
- Beneficial Interest and Disclosure of Ownership Affidavit Form 1997
- Letter of Intent SBE Subcontractor Participation Form 1525
- Subcontractor Participation Summary Form 1526
- Drug-Free Workplace Certification
- Debarment Certification
- Byrd Anti-Lobbying Certification
- W-9
- Submit to
- www.bidnetdirect.com/palmbeachschools
- Duration
- 84 months
- Scope location
- West Palm Beach, FL
- Reported agency
- School District of Palm Beach County
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Palm Beach County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 30, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.bidnetdirect.com/palmbeachschools.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Palm Beach County School District in FL, 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 ITB 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Transparent Pharmacy Benefits Management (PBM) services, Claims adjudication, Eligibility management, Member support and advocacy, Dedicated school district help desk, Proactive member education, Clinical help desk, Real-time resolution, Rebate remittance, Fiduciary formulary management, Specialty p. 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: "Experience and Qualifications (15), Scope of Service to include Pharmacy Workbook (40), Pharmacy Financials (35), Small Business Enterprise Participation (10)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Palm Beach County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Palm Beach County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Palm Beach County School District 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
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: Pharmacy Workbook Exhibit B, References, Company Financials, Organizational Profile, Conflict Interest Statement, Complaint Notification, Beneficial Interest and Disclosure of Ownership Affidavit Form. Review the full document from Palm Beach County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: West Palm Beach, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.