Ccrfp for claims administration excess workers’ compensation

The New Jersey Municipal Excess Liability Joint Insurance Fund (NJMEL) is seeking a claims administration services provider for its Excess Workers' Compensation program through a Competitive Contracting Request for Proposals (CCRFP). The procurement is specifically targeting Morris County and aims to secure a professional firm with extensive experience in public sector workers' compensation claims management for a three-year contract period from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028. The selected administrator will be responsible for comprehensive claims management services, including claim intake, investigation, coordination with member Joint Insurance Funds, statutory compliance, and resolution oversight. Proposals are due on November 12, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. EST and must be submitted electronically through the BidNet Direct platform. The evaluation process will utilize a 50-point system, with 25 points allocated to technical criteria, 15 points to managerial criteria, and 10 points to cost considerations. Proposers must demonstrate proven expertise in managing workers' compensation claims for governmental entities and joint insurance funds.

The solicitation requires proposers to maintain specific insurance coverages, including $1,000,000 in Professional Liability Insurance, Cyber Liability coverage, and a Performance Bond of 25% of the total contracted amount. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the RFP indicates compliance requirements with affirmative action standards and cybersecurity regulations. The proposal mandates monthly reporting, electronic data integration, and strict adherence to state guidelines. Although no specific budget range is disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the claims administration services and the three-year contract duration suggest a substantial engagement. The procurement does not specify an incumbent vendor, and the focus appears to be on securing a highly qualified claims administration partner with robust technological capabilities and extensive experience in managing excess workers' compensation claims for public sector entities.