Township of Clark Insurance Broker and Consultant Services RFP 2026
Township of ClarkCity · Clark, NJ- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 18 days left
- Posted
- Nov 13, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- James Ulrich
- (732) 388-3600 ext 3017
The 30-second brief
The Township of Clark seeks proposals from qualified firms to provide insurance broker and consultant services relating to the Township's employee health benefits and related insurance programs. The scope includes benefit program review and analysis, insurance market and plan analysis, provider network analysis, carrier and vendor negotiations, renewal analysis, billing and eligibility audits, claims and utilization analysis, claims reimbursement assistance, budget and financial reporting, plan design, collective bargaining support, employee communications, open enrollment assistance, and regulatory compliance. The initial contract term is three years (2027-2029) with options for up to two additional one-year extensions (2030-2031). Proposals are due by December 3, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Questions must be submitted in writing by November 19, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Evaluation criteria include qualifications and experience, New Jersey public-sector experience, understanding of needs, assigned personnel, compensation, and references.
Qualifications and overall experience 25 points, New Jersey municipal/public-sector experience 20 points, Understanding of the Township’s needs and proposed approach 20 points, Qualifications and availability of assigned personnel 15 points, Compensation and overall cost to the Township 10 points, References, disclosures and completeness/quality of proposal 10 points
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Summary
The Township of Clark seeks proposals from qualified firms to provide insurance broker and consultant services relating to the Township's employee health benefits and related insurance programs.
The scope includes benefit program review and analysis, insurance market and plan analysis, provider network analysis, carrier and vendor negotiations, renewal analysis, billing and eligibility audits, claims and utilization analysis, claims reimbursement assistance, budget and financial reporting, plan design, collective bargaining support, employee communications, open enrollment assistance, and regulatory compliance. The initial contract term is three years (2027-2029) with options for up to two additional one-year extensions (2030-2031). Proposals are due by December 3, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Questions must be submitted in writing by November 19, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Evaluation criteria include qualifications and experience, New Jersey public-sector experience, understanding of needs, assigned personnel, compensation, and references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Qualifications and overall experience 25 points
- New Jersey municipal/public-sector experience 20 points
- Understanding of the Township’s needs and proposed approach 20 points
- Qualifications and availability of assigned personnel 15 points
- Compensation and overall cost to the Township 10 points
- References
- Disclosures and completeness/quality of proposal 10 points
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Letter of Intent
- Proposal Submission Requirements Narrative/Information
- Copy of applicable NJ Insurance Producer License(s)
- Signed Conflict-of-Interest and Business Relationship Disclosure
- Statement of Ownership Disclosure
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Proposal Form
- Acknowledgement of Receipt of Addenda
- Submit to
- Office of the Township Clerk, Room 28, 430 Westfield Avenue, Clark, NJ 07066
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Clark, NJ
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Township of Clark?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Office of the Township Clerk, Room 28, 430 Westfield Avenue, Clark, NJ 07066. For questions, contact James Ulrich.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Township of Clark in NJ, 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 James Ulrich at (732) 388-3600 ext 3017. 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: "Qualifications and overall experience 25 points, New Jersey municipal/public-sector experience 20 points, Understanding of the Township’s needs and proposed approach 20 points, Qualifications and avai..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Township of Clark?
All active and historical solicitations from Township of Clark are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Township of Clark 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 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: Letter of Intent, Proposal Submission Requirements Narrative/Information, Copy of applicable NJ Insurance Producer License(s), Signed Conflict-of-Interest and Business Relationship Disclosure, Stateme. Review the full document from Township of Clark for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Clark, NJ. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
