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Notice of Intent to Solicit Proposals: Employee Health Plan Benefits Administration

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27-018-1State & Local

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Charles County Government is soliciting proposals under solicitation number 27-018-1 for qualified firms to provide comprehensive benefit administration and support services. The scope of work involves the administration of medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision benefit plans for employees and retirees, as well as the provision of stop-loss reinsurance. The county intends to select one or multiple firms based on an evaluation of provider networks, administrative services and programs, regulatory compliance, and pricing. Interested firms must first submit a Notice of Intent Form electronically by November 23, 2026, at 8:00 am to be considered eligible for the subsequent RFP release. All communications regarding this procurement must be directed exclusively to the primary point of contact, Shanna Reese, as any unauthorized contact with the county may lead to disqualification. The procurement is managed by the Human Resources agency in La Plata, Maryland, and requires the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective services tailored to the needs of the county's workforce and retirees.

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Charles County seeks firms for comprehensive employee and retiree benefit administration services.

Agency

Maryland → HR - Human Resources

NAICS

524292 - Pharmacy Benefit Management and Other Third Party Administration of Insurance and Pension Funds

Place of Performance

MD, USA

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AgencyMaryland → HR - Human Resources
Contacts2 people available
OfficeLa Plata, MD, 20646, USA
Organization / AgencyMaryland → HR - Human Resources
Office AddressLa Plata, MD, 20646, USA
Contacts
Nancy BowlingBenefits Compliance Administrator
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+1 (555) 000-0000
Shanna ReeseChief of Purchasing
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+1 (555) 000-0000

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Kaiser PermanenteOakland, CA
CognitiveMontclair, VA
Dana Insurance ServicesBel Air, MD

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Charles County Government is seeking proposals from qualified firms to administer its employee and retiree medical, pharmacy, dental, and vision benefit plans and provide stop-loss reinsurance. The selected firm will be responsible for delivering comprehensive benefit administration and support services in accordance with the County's requirements. Each prospective offeror interested in participating in this procurement shall submit a Notice of Intent Form prior to the County releasing the RFP. The form shall be submitted by the due date and time specified on the Proposal Submission tab. A link to the RFP and associated documents will be provided to eligible registered firms after review by the County. Final proposals will be evaluated based on provider networks, administrative services and programs, regulatory compliance, and pricing. The County intends to select one firm or multiple firms to provide the requested services under the contract term and renewal options outlined in this RFP. Proposers should demonstrate their ability to deliver high-quality, cost-effective services that meet the needs of the County and its employees and retirees.

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