Insurance Services

The Bergen County Utilities Authority (BCUA) in New Jersey is issuing a Request for Pre-Qualification (RFPQ) for Insurance Services, seeking qualified firms to provide comprehensive insurance-related consulting services. The procurement encompasses multiple professional service categories, including General Insurance Consultant, Employee Benefits Consultant, Third Party Administrator, Insurance Broker, Risk Manager, and Surety Underwriter. Respondents must submit comprehensive qualification statements electronically through the Euna E-procurement portal by December 15, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. The Authority will evaluate potential vendors based on professional experience, reputation, knowledge of the organization, availability for meetings, and other factors deemed beneficial to the BCUA. Evaluation criteria include the firm's organizational capabilities, professional experience documentation, key personnel resumes, and demonstration of expertise in insurance and risk management services. No site visit or bidder's conference is scheduled, and respondents must provide evidence of appropriate federal and state licenses, affirmative action compliance, and maintain specific insurance coverages, including $2 million in Professional Liability and General Commercial Liability coverage.

The procurement is subject to New Jersey's Pay-to-Play Law and includes several mandatory compliance requirements for potential respondents. Firms must complete and submit multiple forms, including an Ownership Disclosure Statement, Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran form, and a Certification of Noninvolvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus. While no specific contract award value is mentioned, respondents must be prepared to meet comprehensive regulatory requirements, including non-discrimination policies, Americans with Disabilities Act compliance, and potential targeted employment goals. The BCUA reserves the right to reject any or all responses, modify the procurement process, and conduct investigations of respondents. All qualification statement preparation costs are solely the responsibility of the respondent, and all submitted materials become the property of the Authority. The contract term is anticipated to be two years, contingent upon fund availability, with the potential for continuation based on performance and organizational needs.