Carrier Procurement & Vendor Selection Support

The contract seeks support for the design and execution of a request for proposal process targeting healthcare carriers, with a focus on vendor evaluation, due diligence, and structured decision-making frameworks to guide selection. The work involves developing and applying methodologies to assess potential vendors, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and regulatory requirements, and facilitating transparent, defensible outcomes in carrier procurement. The scope centers on systematizing the procurement lifecycle to enhance efficiency and accountability in choosing healthcare service providers. The contract is a subcontract under the Massachusetts Group Insurance Commission, with performance required in Boston, MA, and a response deadline of September 30, 2026. It falls under NAICS code 541611, indicating management consulting services, and is posted for procurement on July 1, 2026. No set-aside type is specified, and the contracting entity is part of a state agency overseeing group insurance programs. The deliverables are expected to strengthen procurement practices and support strategic vendor selection within the state’s healthcare benefits framework.