Legal services including review and determination of protest of intent to award by UHC relating…

The State of Nebraska, through the Department of Administrative Services (DAS), has awarded a professional services contract to Laura L. Arp of Arp Insurance Law, LLC, located in Lincoln, Nebraska. The contract, identified as 1401704, focuses on providing legal services related to a protest of intent to award a health insurance provider contract (referenced as 122435 05). The scope of work includes reviewing DAS proposal requirements, meeting with DAS officials, attending meetings with insurers, and preparing a written determination for DAS consideration.

The contract is structured as a time and materials arrangement, with legal services billed at $175 per hour for up to 18 hours, with a total contract value not to exceed $5,000.00. The period of performance extends from October 28, 2025, with a six-month duration and provisions for termination by either party. The contract's completion date is listed as January 1, 2099, though the active performance period is significantly shorter. The engagement is specifically focused on providing legal consultation and analysis for the DAS health insurance provider selection process.