Sycamore Community Unit School District 427 - Insurance and Benefit Services RFP 2026
Sycamore CUSD 427School · Sycamore, IL- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
- Primary contact
- Nicholas Reineck
The 30-second brief
Sycamore Community Unit School District 427 in DeKalb County, Illinois seeks proposals from qualified, licensed brokers to serve as the District's employee benefits Agent of Record and broker. Services include strategic planning and governance, financial analysis and cost containment, renewal, marketing and negotiation, compliance and contract support, employee communication and administration, customer service, claims, pharmacy and vendor oversight, data access, and transition implementation for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, disability, flexible spending, health savings accounts, COBRA administration, employee assistance, and voluntary benefits. Proposals are due by October 29, 2026 at 4:00 PM Central Time, with written questions due by October 9, 2026. Evaluation criteria prioritize depth of expertise, primary broker qualifications, cost efficiency, and responsiveness and proximity.
Depth of Expertise, Primary Broker Qualifications, Cost Efficiency, Responsiveness & Proximity
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Summary
Sycamore Community Unit School District 427 in DeKalb County, Illinois seeks proposals from qualified, licensed brokers to serve as the District's employee benefits Agent of Record and broker.
Services include strategic planning and governance, financial analysis and cost containment, renewal, marketing and negotiation, compliance and contract support, employee communication and administration, customer service, claims, pharmacy and vendor oversight, data access, and transition implementation for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment, disability, flexible spending, health savings accounts, COBRA administration, employee assistance, and voluntary benefits. Proposals are due by October 29, 2026 at 4:00 PM Central Time, with written questions due by October 9, 2026. Evaluation criteria prioritize depth of expertise, primary broker qualifications, cost efficiency, and responsiveness and proximity.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Depth of Expertise
- Primary Broker Qualifications
- Cost Efficiency
- Responsiveness & Proximity
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- W-9
- Appendix A reference sheet
- Appendix B certification
- Appendix C compensation disclosure
- Licensing and certification documentation
- Professional liability and errors & omissions insurance coverage
- Conflict of interest disclosure
- Submit to
- [email protected] / 1947 Bethany Road, Sycamore, Illinois 60178
- Scope location
- Sycamore, IL
- Reported agency
- Sycamore Community Unit School District 427
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Sycamore CUSD 427?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] / 1947 Bethany Road, Sycamore, Illinois 60178. For questions, contact Nicholas Reineck.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Sycamore CUSD 427 in IL, 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 Nicholas Reineck. 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: "Depth of Expertise, Primary Broker Qualifications, Cost Efficiency, Responsiveness & Proximity" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sycamore CUSD 427?
All active and historical solicitations from Sycamore CUSD 427 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Sycamore CUSD 427 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: W-9, Appendix A reference sheet, Appendix B certification, Appendix C compensation disclosure, licensing and certification documentation, professional liability and errors & omissions insurance covera. Review the full document from Sycamore CUSD 427 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sycamore, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.