Long-Term Disability Insurance

The University of Connecticut has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking qualified insurance firms and brokerages to provide fully insured long-term disability insurance products. The solicitation, designated with the number KA121622, is specifically targeting comprehensive long-term disability insurance coverage for the university. The procurement process is open from December 17, 2022, to January 18, 2023, with a vendor question and answer period running from December 17, 2022, to January 5, 2023. Interested vendors must submit their proposals through the university's HuskyBuy self-service online portal, with all questions due by January 5, 2023, at 2:00 PM EST. The RFP requires potential providers to demonstrate their capability to offer fully insured long-term disability insurance products that meet the university's specific needs. Proposals will be evaluated based on the vendor's ability to provide comprehensive coverage, though specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the available documentation.

The solicitation does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond to the RFP. No information is provided about incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing disability insurance infrastructure at the university. The RFP does not disclose an estimated total contract value, budget range, or specific funding sources for the long-term disability insurance procurement. Delivery terms are specified as Free On Board Destination, with payment terms to be determined by the vendor. The contact person for this solicitation is Kristin Allen from the University of Connecticut, located at 3 Discovery Drive in Storrs, CT, who can be reached at 860-486-0970 or kristin.allen@uconn.edu for any questions or assistance with bid preparation. While the RFP provides a clear framework for submission, it lacks detailed information about the specific requirements or expected outcomes of the long-term disability insurance coverage.