27-003 Employee Benefit Consulting Services

Maryland is seeking qualified consulting firms to provide Employee Benefit Consulting Services through procurement opportunity 27-003. The scope of work encompasses comprehensive employee benefit advisory services, though specific deliverables and detailed service requirements are not enumerated in the posted information. Interested vendors should note the proposal submission deadline of April 16, 2026, with the posting date of February 24, 2026, allowing approximately seven weeks for preparation and submission. While specific evaluation criteria, required qualifications, and detailed performance objectives are not explicitly outlined in the available documentation, prospective bidders should anticipate standard evaluation factors such as relevant experience, vendor qualifications, cost competitiveness, and service delivery capabilities. Questions regarding the procurement should be submitted well in advance of the deadline to allow for clarification responses from the State.

The posted opportunity does not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) restrictions, or preferences for minority-owned, women-owned, or small business participation. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available information, nor are there references to existing technology infrastructure or systems requiring integration with proposed services. Similarly, the procurement notice does not disclose an estimated award value, budget range, or contract term, which prospective vendors should seek to clarify through official bid documents or contact with the procuring agency. Interested firms are advised to obtain the complete solicitation documents from the State of Maryland to understand all requirements, submission procedures, and evaluation methodologies.