Sioux Falls School District Employee Health Insurance Broker Services RFP 2026
Sioux Falls School District 49-5School · Sioux Falls, SD- Due
- Oct 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Cameron Kerkhove
The 30-second brief
The Sioux Falls School District 49-5 is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide Employee Health & Benefits Broker Services. The selected broker will assist the finance and human resources departments with a full spectrum of medical benefit issues, including RFP development for benefit plans, negotiating contract renewals, reviewing claims (loss) runs, analyzing provider administrative costs, and providing financial tracking and analysis. The scope also includes advising on compliance with state and federal regulations (e.g., HIPAA, Section 125 Cafeteria Plan), developing employee communications, and acting as a liaison with Third Party Administrators. Proposals are due by October 9, 2026, via email to Cameron Kerkhove, Business Manager. The selection process includes finalist interviews scheduled for November 13, 2026.
Primary contact experience, compliance advice capability, technical guidance on benefit issues, RFP development assistance, communication material review, negotiation skills, financial reporting capabilities
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Summary
The Sioux Falls School District 49-5 is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide Employee Health & Benefits Broker Services.
The selected broker will assist the finance and human resources departments with a full spectrum of medical benefit issues, including RFP development for benefit plans, negotiating contract renewals, reviewing claims (loss) runs, analyzing provider administrative costs, and providing financial tracking and analysis. The scope also includes advising on compliance with state and federal regulations (e.g., HIPAA, Section 125 Cafeteria Plan), developing employee communications, and acting as a liaison with Third Party Administrators. Proposals are due by October 9, 2026, via email to Cameron Kerkhove, Business Manager. The selection process includes finalist interviews scheduled for November 13, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Primary contact experience
- Compliance advice capability
- Technical guidance on benefit issues
- RFP development assistance
- Communication material review
- Negotiation skills
- Financial reporting capabilities
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Sample broker service agreement
- Sample consultant contract
- Proof of licensure in South Dakota
- Work product examples
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Sioux Falls, SD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Sioux Falls School District 49-5?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 9, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Cameron Kerkhove.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Sioux Falls School District 49-5 in SD, 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 Cameron Kerkhove. 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: "Primary contact experience, compliance advice capability, technical guidance on benefit issues, RFP development assistance, communication material review, negotiation skills, financial reporting capab..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sioux Falls School District 49-5?
All active and historical solicitations from Sioux Falls School District 49-5 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Sioux Falls School District 49-5 regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Sample broker service agreement, Sample consultant contract, Proof of licensure in South Dakota, Work product examples. Review the full document from Sioux Falls School District 49-5 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sioux Falls, SD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.