Tempe Union High School District Employee Benefits - Life/STD/FSA/HSA/COBRA 27-011CH-32RFP (2026)
Tempe Union High School DistrictSchool · Tempe, AZ- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 22 days left
- Posted
- Oct 20, 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 employee benefits administration and coverage, including Basic Life and AD&D, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short-Term Disability (STD), Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Administration, Health Spending Account (HSA) Administration, and COBRA Administration. The initial contract term is from March 15, 2027 through March 14, 2028, with an option to renew for up to four additional one-year terms. Proposals are due by November 19, 2026, at 2:00 pm Arizona time via the OpenGov Procurement Portal. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2026, via Google Meet, and questions must be submitted by October 28, 2026. Evaluation criteria include Responsiveness (350 points), Qualifications (300 points), Cost (250 points), and Past Performance/References (100 points).
Responsiveness (350), Qualifications (300), Cost (250), References (100)
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Summary
The Tempe Union High School District is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide employee benefits administration and coverage, including Basic Life and AD&D, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short-Term Disability (STD), Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Administration, Health Spending Account (HSA) Administration, and COBRA Administration.
The initial contract term is from March 15, 2027 through March 14, 2028, with an option to renew for up to four additional one-year terms. Proposals are due by November 19, 2026, at 2:00 pm Arizona time via the OpenGov Procurement Portal. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for October 23, 2026, via Google Meet, and questions must be submitted by October 28, 2026. Evaluation criteria include Responsiveness (350 points), Qualifications (300 points), Cost (250 points), and Past Performance/References (100 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Offer and Acceptance Form
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- W-9
- Certificate of Insurance
- 2026 Life-STD-COBRA RFP
- 00188 TUHSD FSA HSA COBRA Financial Workbook 2026
- 00188TUHSD Life
- AD&D
- Disability RFP Financial Workbook 2026
- 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 19, 2026. 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.
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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 (350), Qualifications (300), Cost (250), References (100)" 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 19, 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: Offer and Acceptance Form, Non-Collusion Affidavit, W-9, Certificate of Insurance, 2026 Life-STD-COBRA RFP, 00188 TUHSD FSA HSA COBRA Financial Workbook 2026, 00188TUHSD Life, AD&D, and Disability RFP. 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.