RFP #02082024 Benefits for Medical, Dental, Vision, EAP

The state of Virginia, through Essex County Public Schools (ECPS), is seeking proposals for a contract to provide medical, dental, vision, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) benefits. The RFP (Request for Proposals) #02082024 is open to qualified sources to establish a contract that will be effective from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, with potential options to renew for two additional years. ECPS is seeking proposals for fully insured and/or self-insured plans, with the option to have pharmacy and reinsurance carved out. Offerors are required to provide proposals that address medical, dental, vision, and EAP benefits, as well as comprehensive wellness programs. Proposals will be evaluated based on criteria such as conformance with the RFP, offeror's qualifications and experience, proposed products and services, and ability to achieve the RFP objectives. Pricing terms, including administrative and fixed costs for the initial year and potential renewal years, must also be provided.

The RFP is open to all qualified vendors, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The eligible population is approximately 191 employees, with 151 active on the plan. The RFP is being issued due to increases in medical and pharmacy costs, as well as a desire for outcome-based wellness programs. The group will accept proposals for medical, dental, vision, or EAP individually or in combination. The contract value is not specified, but the RFP is seeking competitive pricing and cost-effective solutions to meet the group's benefits needs.