State of Tennessee - Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance - RFP # 31786-00193 (2026)
State of TennesseeState Government · Nashville, TN- Due
- Nov 13, 2026
- 2 days left
- Posted
- Aug 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Heather Pease
- (615) 253-1652
The 30-second brief
The State of Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration, Division of Benefits Administration, State Insurance Committee, seeks proposals for a single contract for fully-insured voluntary term life insurance, fully-insured voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and minimum premium insured basic term life and basic AD&D insurance plans for state government and higher education employees and dependents. RFP # 31786-00193. The benefit period is January 1, 2028, through December 31, 2032. Core services include medical underwriting, disability determination, claims processing with benefit offsets, return to work programs, case management, call center services, employee outreach and communication, online services, enrollment file processing, state insurance filings, and reporting. Submission deadline is November 13, 2026. Evaluation is based on general qualifications, technical qualifications, experience, approach, and cost.
General Qualifications & Experience 10, Technical Qualifications, Experience & Approach 40, Cost Proposal 50
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Summary
The State of Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration, Division of Benefits Administration, State Insurance Committee, seeks proposals for a single contract for fully-insured voluntary term life insurance, fully-insured voluntary Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, and minimum premium insured basic term life and basic AD&D insurance plans for state government and higher education employees and dependents.
RFP # 31786-00193. The benefit period is January 1, 2028, through December 31, 2032. Core services include medical underwriting, disability determination, claims processing with benefit offsets, return to work programs, case management, call center services, employee outreach and communication, online services, enrollment file processing, state insurance filings, and reporting. Submission deadline is November 13, 2026. Evaluation is based on general qualifications, technical qualifications, experience, approach, and cost.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- General Qualifications & Experience 10
- Technical Qualifications
- Experience & Approach 40
- Cost Proposal 50
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Statement of Certifications and Assurances
- Bank reference
- Credit references
- Credit rating or credit bureau report
- Audited financial statements
- Tennessee Certificate of Authority
- Technical Response
- Cost Proposal
- Reference Questionnaires
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Nashville, Tennessee
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from State of Tennessee?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 13, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Heather Pease.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including State of Tennessee in TN, 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 Heather Pease at (615) 253-1652. 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: "General Qualifications & Experience 10, Technical Qualifications, Experience & Approach 40, Cost Proposal 50" 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 13, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Statement of Certifications and Assurances, Bank reference, Credit references, Credit rating or credit bureau report, Audited financial statements, Tennessee Certificate of Authority, Technical Respon. Review the full document from State of Tennessee for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Nashville, Tennessee. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.