State of New Hampshire - Group Life Insurance RFP # 495-27 - 2026
New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services | State of New HampshireState · Concord, NH- Due
- Jul 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 18, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Ryan Fuller
- (603) 271-3290
The 30-second brief
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Administrative Services, Division of Risk and Benefits, is soliciting proposals for a non-participating/prospectively rated fully insured Life/AD&D insurance program for eligible full-time employees and their dependents. The scope covers Employer-paid Basic Life ($50,000) and Employee-paid options including Basic AD&D, Supplemental Basic Life, Supplemental Life with AD&D for employees and spouses, and Child(ren) Life. The contract term is five years, commencing January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2031, with an option to extend for up to two additional years. Submission deadline is July 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Bidders must hold a NH insurance license, meet minimum experience and financial rating requirements, and place a percentage of annual premium at risk for performance guarantees.
Financial (50 points), Technical Questionnaire (40 points), Performance Guarantees (10 points)
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Summary
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Administrative Services, Division of Risk and Benefits, is soliciting proposals for a non-participating/prospectively rated fully insured Life/AD&D insurance program for eligible full-time employees and their dependents.
The scope covers Employer-paid Basic Life ($50,000) and Employee-paid options including Basic AD&D, Supplemental Basic Life, Supplemental Life with AD&D for employees and spouses, and Child(ren) Life. The contract term is five years, commencing January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2031, with an option to extend for up to two additional years. Submission deadline is July 8, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. Bidders must hold a NH insurance license, meet minimum experience and financial rating requirements, and place a percentage of annual premium at risk for performance guarantees.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Appendix D State of NH Transmittal Letter
- Appendix B Requested Plan Designs Form
- Proof of NH insurance license
- A.M. Best or equivalent rating report
- Financial reports
- SSAE 16 / SAS-70 audit report
- Client references
- Completed financial worksheets
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 84 months
- Scope location
- Concord, NH
- Reported agency
- State of New Hampshire
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services | State of New Hampshire?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Ryan Fuller.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services | State of New Hampshire in NH, 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 Ryan Fuller at (603) 271-3290. 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: "Financial (50 points), Technical Questionnaire (40 points), Performance Guarantees (10 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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 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: Appendix D State of NH Transmittal Letter, Appendix B Requested Plan Designs Form, proof of NH insurance license, A.M. Best or equivalent rating report, financial reports, SSAE 16 / SAS-70 audit repor. Review the full document from New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services | State of New Hampshire for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Concord, NH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.