Town of Seabrook Health & Dental Insurance Carrier Services RFP #B2026-HR-01 2026
Town of SeabrookCity · Seabrook, NH- Due
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 18, 2026
- Primary contact
- Shaylia Wood
The 30-second brief
The Town of Seabrook, New Hampshire, is soliciting proposals from qualified health insurance carriers to provide fully insured group health and dental insurance coverage for eligible Town employees, retirees, and dependents. The procurement objective is to determine if the Town can obtain equivalent or improved coverage, provider access, and value through a direct carrier arrangement replacing the current HealthTrust arrangement. The scope includes medical and dental coverage, prescription drug benefits, HSA compatibility, and Medicare retiree solutions. Proposals must include a base plan matching the current design (Lumenos $2,500 plan with 100% employer-funded deductible). Three hard copies must be submitted in a sealed envelope by October 15, 2026, at 2:00 pm. The Town has retained Borislow Insurance as a consultant for this process.
Three hard copies of the proposal, Electronic copy of the proposal
Overall value, provider access, administration, plan comparability, savings
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Summary
The Town of Seabrook, New Hampshire, is soliciting proposals from qualified health insurance carriers to provide fully insured group health and dental insurance coverage for eligible Town employees, retirees, and dependents.
The procurement objective is to determine if the Town can obtain equivalent or improved coverage, provider access, and value through a direct carrier arrangement replacing the current HealthTrust arrangement. The scope includes medical and dental coverage, prescription drug benefits, HSA compatibility, and Medicare retiree solutions. Proposals must include a base plan matching the current design (Lumenos $2,500 plan with 100% employer-funded deductible). Three hard copies must be submitted in a sealed envelope by October 15, 2026, at 2:00 pm. The Town has retained Borislow Insurance as a consultant for this process.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Overall value
- Provider access
- Administration
- Plan comparability
- Savings
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Three hard copies of the proposal, Electronic copy of the proposal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Executive Summary
- Pricing
- Benefit Comparison
- Network details
- Medicare Retiree Options
- Administration and Service details
- Financial and Organizational Information
- Exceptions and Assumptions
- Authorization to Submit
- Submit to
- 99 Lafayette Road, Seabrook, NH 03874
- Scope location
- Seabrook, NH
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Seabrook?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 15, 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: 99 Lafayette Road, Seabrook, NH 03874. For questions, contact Shaylia Wood.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Seabrook in NH, 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 Shaylia Wood. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Three hard copies of the proposal, Electronic copy of the proposal. 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: "Overall value, provider access, administration, plan comparability, savings" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Seabrook?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Seabrook are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Seabrook 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: Executive Summary, Pricing, Benefit Comparison, Network details, Medicare Retiree Options, Administration and Service details, Financial and Organizational Information, Exceptions and Assumptions, Aut. Review the full document from Town of Seabrook for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Seabrook, NH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.