Employee assistance program (EAP) services (2026-uwmsn-01250-RFP)

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is requesting proposals for Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Services through a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP) process designated as 2026-UWMSN-01250-RFP. This procurement seeks to procure comprehensive EAP services that will support the well-being and professional development of university employees. While the solicitation does not specify detailed deliverables or evaluation criteria in the provided information, EAP services typically include employee counseling, mental health support, substance abuse assistance, work-life balance resources, and crisis intervention programs. Prospective vendors must submit their proposals electronically through the ShopUW+ procurement portal at https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent?CustomerOrg=UWisconsin by the deadline of March 9, 2026. The solicitation was posted on February 12, 2026, providing vendors with approximately four weeks to prepare and submit responses. Questions regarding this opportunity must be directed to Sarah Martin at sarah.martin@wisc.edu.

The solicitation documentation does not identify any specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, women-owned businesses, or other restricted vendor categories, nor does it reference any incumbent vendors or current service providers. Similarly, the available information does not disclose specific award values, budget ranges, or financial parameters for this contract. There is no mention of required technology integration or existing infrastructure that bidders must accommodate. Vendors interested in responding should consult the complete RFP documentation on the ShopUW+ platform for comprehensive details regarding qualifications, evaluation criteria, insurance requirements, service level agreements, and any other relevant specifications that will govern vendor selection and contract performance.