Tempe Union High School District - Employee Benefits-Dental and Vision - 27-010CH-32RFP (2026)
Tempe Union High School DistrictSchool · Tempe, AZ- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- 6 days left
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Cindi Hostetler
- (480) 345-3710
The 30-second brief
The Tempe Union High School District is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide voluntary dental and vision insurance plans, including Voluntary PPO Dental, Voluntary DHMO Dental, and Voluntary Vision plans. The district currently offers employees choices including a pre-paid DHMO offered by Cigna, a DPPO plan offered by Delta Dental, and a vision plan offered by Davis Vision, and requests that vendors match current plan designs as closely as possible for the July 1, 2027 through June 30, 2032 plan years. The initial contract term runs from March 15, 2027 through March 14, 2028, with options to renew for up to four additional one-year periods. Proposals must be submitted through the Procurement Portal by 2:00 pm Arizona time on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. A non-mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled via Google Meet on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 1:00 pm, and questions are due by October 16, 2026.
Voluntary PPO Dental, Voluntary DHMO Dental, Voluntary Vision
Responsiveness (35%), Qualifications (30%), Cost (25%), Past Performance (10%)
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Summary
The Tempe Union High School District is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide voluntary dental and vision insurance plans, including Voluntary PPO Dental, Voluntary DHMO Dental, and Voluntary Vision plans.
The district currently offers employees choices including a pre-paid DHMO offered by Cigna, a DPPO plan offered by Delta Dental, and a vision plan offered by Davis Vision, and requests that vendors match current plan designs as closely as possible for the July 1, 2027 through June 30, 2032 plan years. The initial contract term runs from March 15, 2027 through March 14, 2028, with options to renew for up to four additional one-year periods. Proposals must be submitted through the Procurement Portal by 2:00 pm Arizona time on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. A non-mandatory pre-proposal conference is scheduled via Google Meet on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 1:00 pm, and questions are due by October 16, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Voluntary PPO Dental
- Voluntary DHMO Dental
- Voluntary Vision
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Vendor Registration Form
- Offer and Acceptance Form
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- W-9
- Certificate of Insurance
- 2026 Dental-Vision RFP Questions
- Vendor References
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/tuhsd
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Tempe, AZ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Tempe Union High School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/tuhsd. For questions, contact Cindi Hostetler.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Tempe Union High School District in AZ, 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 Cindi Hostetler at (480) 345-3710. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Voluntary PPO Dental, Voluntary DHMO Dental, Voluntary Vision. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Responsiveness (35%), Qualifications (30%), Cost (25%), Past Performance (10%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Tempe Union High School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Tempe Union High School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Tempe Union High School 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 4, 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: Vendor Registration Form, Offer and Acceptance Form, Non-Collusion Affidavit, W-9, Certificate of Insurance, 2026 Dental-Vision RFP Questions, Vendor References. Review the full document from Tempe Union High School 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: Tempe, AZ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.