Washington State Health Care Authority - Fully-Insured Medical Plans - RFP #2025HCA5 (2026)
Washington State Health Care AuthorityState · Olympia, WA- Due
- Jan 14, 2027
- 78 days left
- Posted
- Oct 12, 2026
- Primary contact
- Sean Gregory
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Summary
The Washington State Health Care Authority issues a Request for Proposals to procure fully-insured health plans for non-Medicare Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) and School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) program subscribers and dependents.
Bidders must provide up to three identical health plans each for PEBB and SEBB programs (six total per bidder), offering access to an adequate provider network in a minimum of two Washington counties. Services include utilization management, complex case management, chronic condition management, consumer support services, and strong IT infrastructure for secure patient data exchange. Proposals are due by January 14, 2027, at 4:00 PM Pacific Time via Washington's Electronic Business Solution (WEBS). A pre-proposal conference is scheduled for October 20, 2026, and a letter of intent to propose is due October 23, 2026. Bidders must possess an OIC carrier license, NCQA full health plan accreditation, UBI number, A- or better AM Best financial rating, and meet specific insurance and data breach coverage requirements.
- Submit to
- https://fortress.wa.gov/ga/webs/
- Scope location
- Olympia, WA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Washington State Health Care Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 14, 2027. Submissions should be delivered to: https://fortress.wa.gov/ga/webs/. For questions, contact Sean Gregory.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Washington State Health Care Authority in WA, 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 Sean Gregory. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Washington State Health Care Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Washington State Health Care Authority are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Washington State Health Care Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 14, 2027, 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. Review the full document from Washington State Health Care Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Olympia, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.