Torrance County Fully Insured Dental Coverage RFP TC FY25-26-013
Torrance CountyCounty · Torrance County, NM- Due
- Aug 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Kathryn Dillon
The 30-second brief
Torrance County is soliciting proposals from qualified insurance carriers to provide fully insured dental benefits for approximately 138 eligible employees. Proposals are due August 10, 2026.
Letter of Transmittal, Resident Preference Certificate, Table of Contents, Cost Response Form, Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form, Exhibits 1A through 1H
Organizational Strength (200), Client Management Team (100), Network and Plan Design (350), Oral Presentations (50), Cost (300)
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Summary
Torrance County is soliciting proposals from qualified insurance carriers to provide fully insured dental benefits for approximately 138 eligible employees. Proposals are due August 10, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Letter of Transmittal
- Resident Preference Certificate
- Table of Contents
- Cost Response Form
- Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form
- Exhibits 1A through 1H
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Appendix A
- Appendix B
- Appendix C
- Appendix D
- Appendix E
- Appendix F
- Submit to
- 205 S. Ninth St., Estancia, NM 87016
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Estancia, NM
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Torrance County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 10, 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: 205 S. Ninth St., Estancia, NM 87016. For questions, contact Kathryn Dillon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Torrance County in NM, 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 Kathryn Dillon. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Letter of Transmittal, Resident Preference Certificate, Table of Contents, Cost Response Form, Campaign Contribution Disclosure Form, Exhibits 1A through 1H. 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: "Organizational Strength (200), Client Management Team (100), Network and Plan Design (350), Oral Presentations (50), Cost (300)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Torrance County?
All active and historical solicitations from Torrance County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Torrance County 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.
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 A, Appendix B, Appendix C, Appendix D, Appendix E, Appendix F. Review the full document from Torrance County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Estancia, NM. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.