Southwest Florida Water Management District - Medicare Advantage Insurance for Eligible Retirees - RFP 26-5092 (2026)
Southwest Florida Water Management DistrictUtility District · Brooksville, FL- Due
- Sep 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Chamanda Burris
- (352) 505-2970
The 30-second brief
The Southwest Florida Water Management District is soliciting the services of a qualified State of Florida licensed carrier for Medicare Advantage insurance for the District's Medicare-eligible retirees. The project scope involves offering comprehensive Medicare Advantage insurance, member support, administrative services, and working collaboratively with the District's broker to control future claims costs while maintaining benefit levels for retirees. The submission deadline is September 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time, with questions due by September 8, 2026. Required carrier qualifications include an A.M. Best rating of at least A- and appropriate State of Florida licenses including a 2-15 Health and Life license and current AHIP certification. Evaluation criteria encompass organizational profile and qualifications, experience and past performance, nature of services required, technology and reporting, and total costs.
Organizational Profile and Qualifications (10), Experience and Past Performance and References (15), Nature of Services Required (45), Technology and Reporting (20), Total Costs (10)
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Summary
The Southwest Florida Water Management District is soliciting the services of a qualified State of Florida licensed carrier for Medicare Advantage insurance for the District's Medicare-eligible retirees.
The project scope involves offering comprehensive Medicare Advantage insurance, member support, administrative services, and working collaboratively with the District's broker to control future claims costs while maintaining benefit levels for retirees. The submission deadline is September 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time, with questions due by September 8, 2026. Required carrier qualifications include an A.M. Best rating of at least A- and appropriate State of Florida licenses including a 2-15 Health and Life license and current AHIP certification. Evaluation criteria encompass organizational profile and qualifications, experience and past performance, nature of services required, technology and reporting, and total costs.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Solicitation Cover Sheet, Addenda Acknowledgement, Attachment 1 – Proposal Response Form, Attachment 2 – Reference Forms, Attachment 3 – Affidavit Contracting with Entities in Foreign Countries of Concern, Attachment 4 – Respondent Questionnaire, Attachment 5 – Affidavit No Coercion of Labor or Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Approval Letters, Summary of Benefits, Employer application, Plan Summary, Standard Florida governmental or public entity agreements
- Submit to
- www.demandstar.com
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Brooksville, Florida
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Southwest Florida Water Management District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.demandstar.com. For questions, contact Chamanda Burris.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Southwest Florida Water Management 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 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 Chamanda Burris at (352) 505-2970. 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: "Organizational Profile and Qualifications (10), Experience and Past Performance and References (15), Nature of Services Required (45), Technology and Reporting (20), Total Costs (10)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Southwest Florida Water Management District?
All active and historical solicitations from Southwest Florida Water Management District are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Southwest Florida Water Management 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Solicitation Cover Sheet, Addenda Acknowledgement, Attachment 1 – Proposal Response Form, Attachment 2 – Reference Forms, Attachment 3 – Affidavit Contracting with Entities in Foreign Countries of Con. Review the full document from Southwest Florida Water Management 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: Brooksville, Florida. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.