Casualty Insurance Broker and Risk Management Services

San Jacinto Community College District (SJCCD) has issued Request for Proposals (RFP) #25-26 seeking a qualified Casualty Insurance Broker and Risk Management Services provider for policies renewing from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026. The comprehensive solicitation requires a broker to manage multiple insurance coverages including Commercial General Liability, Law Enforcement Liability, Business Automobile, Educators Legal Liability, Foreign Package Liability, Employee Dishonesty/Crime, Storage Tank Liability, Child Care Accident, Student Professional Liability, and Active Assailant Coverage. Proposals will be evaluated across six key sections: Qualifications and Experience (25 points), Scope Understanding and Management (30 points), Broker Key Metrics (10 points), References (10 points), Exceptions to Terms and Conditions (5 points), and Price Proposal (20 points). The proposal submission deadline is April 16, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time, with proposals to be submitted through the IonWave e-bidding platform. The contract term is one year with potential renewal options for four additional one-year periods. Proposers must demonstrate a proactive approach to risk management and provide comprehensive documentation including detailed responses, sample forms, metrics worksheets, and references from comparable public sector or college clients.

The RFP does not explicitly detail specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The estimated annual expenditure for insurance policy premiums and broker remuneration is $490,000, providing potential vendors insight into the financial scope of the contract. Proposers are expected to submit comprehensive proposals that offer the broadest coverage at the most competitive price, with a focus on thorough risk management strategies. While no incumbent vendor is mentioned in the available documentation, the solicitation indicates a preference for firms with significant experience in public sector and educational institution insurance brokerage. Potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate extensive knowledge of complex insurance portfolios and risk mitigation strategies specific to educational institutions. The selection process will prioritize vendors that can provide comprehensive, cost-effective insurance solutions tailored to the unique needs of San Jacinto Community College District.