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The Maryland Insurance Administration is seeking proposals for professional services related to producer licensing examinations and pre-licensing consulting, with the goal of ensuring effective licensing processes within the state. The contract, identified as Services - Professional Licensing Examination Services, is a single award procurement with a project value estimated between 500,000 and 2 million dollars. The solicitation, posted on June 23, 2025, with a response deadline of August 6, 2025, emphasizes compliance with Maryland regulations and includes detailed requirements for contractor qualifications, subcontractor participation, and legal attestations. The contract aims to enhance the administration’s licensing capabilities through specialized examination and consulting services, supporting the state's regulatory framework.
The procurement process involves multiple compliance and certification documents, including affidavits affirming legal authority and adherence to Maryland laws, subcontractor listing requirements to meet minority and small business participation goals, and diversity addenda to promote corporate inclusivity. Bidders are required to submit detailed company information, certifications, and declarations of compliance with nondiscrimination, drug-free workplace, and ethical standards. The process also incorporates pre-bid conference responses and detailed tracking of subcontractor involvement to ensure transparency and accountability throughout the contract lifecycle. Overall, the contract aims to bolster the Maryland Insurance Administration’s licensing operations through qualified, compliant vendors capable of delivering comprehensive examination and consulting services.
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HighAI Summary for Appendix 5 - VSBE Participation Goal: This document outlines the Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) participation goals and requirements for a State of Maryland procurement. It details the obligations of the Contractor to achieve specific VSBE goals, the process for identifying and soliciting certified VSBEs via eMMA, submission requirements for the VSBE Utilization Affidavit and Participation Schedule (Attachment E), and mandatory monthly reporting and record-keeping procedures to ensure compliance with COMAR 21.11.14.
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HighAI Summary for Appendix 6 - Living Wage Requirements for Services & Facilities Maintenance Contracts: This document outlines the Maryland Living Wage requirements for Tier 1 and Tier 2 service and facilities maintenance contracts valued at $100,000 or more. It specifies compliance obligations, reporting requirements under COMAR 21.11.10.05, and the necessity for bidders to submit the Living Wage Requirements Affidavit of Agreement (Attachment G). It further defines covered employees, exemptions, and the contractor's responsibility for wage increases during the contract term.
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HighAI Summary for Appendix 8 - Economic Benefit Factors: This document provides instructions for offerors to complete the Economic Benefit Factors section of their technical proposal. It outlines the requirements for describing benefits to the Maryland economy, emphasizing contractually enforceable commitments, reporting requirements, and specific examples of acceptable economic benefits such as local subcontracting, job creation, and tax revenues.
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HighAI Summary for Attachment B-2 Financial Proposal Form - Professional Licensing Examination Services: Financial Proposal Form (Attachment B-2) for solicitation MIA-PL-25-001/eMMA#: BPM050306 regarding Professional Licensing Examination Services. The document provides instructions and a cost breakdown table for offerors to submit a fixed unit price per examination over a five-year base period, with an estimated 10,000 exams per year.
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HighAI Summary for Attachment E-VSBE Utilization Affidavit and Participation Schedule: This document consists of the VSBE Utilization Affidavit, Prime/Subcontractor Participation Schedule, and Waiver Guidance. It is a mandatory submission form for bidders to certify their intent to meet verified VSBE participation goals or request a waiver based on documented good faith efforts.
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HighAI Summary for Attachment P - Prime Contractor List of ALL Subcontractors: A State of Maryland procurement form (July 2024) used to identify and track all subcontractors used during a contract. It requires the submission of 'Anticipated Subcontractors' during the bid/proposal phase and 'Actual Subcontractors' during contract performance and close-out, specifically tracking MBE, VSBE, and SBR certifications and participation goals.
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HighAI Summary for Attachment R - Corporate Diversity Addendum: This document, effective August 18, 2022, is the Corporate Diversity Addendum required by Maryland regulations (COMAR 24.01.07) for entities seeking certain State benefits. It includes instructions to determine if the addendum must be completed, a worksheet to assess eligibility, and two affidavits. The addendum collects data on underrepresented communities in leadership and corporate diversity indicators such as DEI policies, training, and supplier diversity. Entities must meet at least 33% of the diversity indicators to qualify for State benefits. The document warns of penalties for false information and outlines the sharing of data with Maryland State agencies.
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HighAI Summary for Attachment U Contract Affidavit: Attachment U is a Contract Affidavit document affirming the legal authority of the affiant to represent the business entity. It includes certification of registration or qualification with the Maryland State Department of Assessments and Taxation, financial disclosure affirmation for contracts exceeding $200,000, political contribution disclosure requirements, and a drug and alcohol free workplace certification. The affidavit outlines compliance with relevant Maryland laws and regulations, including State Finance and Procurement Article and Election Law Article. It also details obligations related to drug and alcohol abuse policies in the workplace, sanctions for violations, and reporting requirements. This document is essential for contract compliance and legal affirmations related to procurement with the State of Maryland.
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HighAI Summary for Maryland Living Wage Requirements Affidavit of Agreement: An affidavit form requiring bidders/offerors to certify their compliance with Maryland's Living Wage Law (Title 18, State Finance and Procurement Article). The document allows contractors to either claim an exemption based on specific criteria or affirm their commitment to pay the required living wage rates to covered employees and subcontractors.
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HighAI Summary for MBE Utilization and Fair Solicitation Affidavit & MBE Participation Schedule: This document provides instructions and requirements for the Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Utilization and Fair Solicitation Affidavit and Participation Schedule. It outlines the rules for achieving MBE participation goals and subgoals per COMAR 21.11.03, including guidelines for MDOT certification, prime self-performance limits (up to 50% of overall goals), joint venture participation, and the '60% rule' for regular dealers of materials and supplies.
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HighAI Summary for Pre-Bid/Proposal Conference Response Form for Solicitation Attendance RSVP: This document is a Pre-Bid/Proposal Conference Response Form used to RSVP attendance for a scheduled Pre-Bid or Pre-Proposal Conference related to a government solicitation. Bidders or offerors are required to indicate whether they will attend the conference, list the names and contact information of attendees, and specify any requested reasonable accommodations. The form must be returned by the specified due date via email or fax to the Procurement Officer. The document includes placeholders for solicitation title and number, attendee details, and directions to the conference. This form is essential for managing conference participation and ensuring bidders have the opportunity to engage with the procurement process.
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LowAI Summary for Attachment A - Bid Proposal Affidavit: This document is Attachment A, the Bid/Proposal Affidavit for a procurement project. It includes certifications and affirmations by the bidder/offeror regarding authority to submit the affidavit, compliance with commercial nondiscrimination policies, minority business enterprise laws, veteran-owned small business enterprise laws, and affirmations regarding bribery and other convictions. The affidavit requires disclosure of any legal or administrative determinations related to discrimination and compliance with state procurement laws. The document serves as a formal declaration to support the integrity and legality of the bid or proposal submitted.
LowAI Summary for Attachment F Bidder/Offeror Information Sheet July 2024: This document is Attachment F, the Bidder/Offeror Information Sheet, effective July 2024. It collects essential company and contact information from bidders or offerors, including company name, address, federal employer identification number, state business registration status, and certification details for SBE, MBE, and VSBE categories. It also requests primary contact and authorized signatory details with phone numbers and email addresses, and includes a signature section to commit to the bid or proposal.
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LowAI Summary for Attachment S Non-Disclosure Agreement Contractor: This document is Attachment S, a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) between the State of Maryland and a Contractor related to a specific contract awarded following a solicitation. It defines Confidential Information, obligations of the Contractor to protect such information, restrictions on disclosure, and procedures for handling confidential data. The agreement includes provisions for personnel access, security measures, breach consequences, and indemnification. It is governed by Maryland law and includes a list of Contractor's employees and agents authorized to access confidential information. The document is intended to ensure confidentiality in connection with the contract performance.
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LowAI Summary for HAP Determination Request Form - Professional Licensing Examination Services: A Hiring Agreement Program (HAP) Determination Request Form for the Maryland Insurance Administration (MIA) regarding Professional Licensing Examination Services (MIA-PL-25-001). The document specifies a contract value of $3,505,500 with a term from 10/1/2025 to 9/30/2030, and includes personnel experience requirements for the technical proposal.
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LowAI Summary for No Bid/Proposal Notice/Vendor Feedback Form: A standardized form used by the State of Maryland to collect feedback from vendors who either submit a response or choose not to bid on a solicitation. It includes a checklist of reasons for non-participation and a remarks section for suggestions to improve the procurement process.
The Maryland Insurance Administration (“MIA” or “Administration”) is issuing this Request for Proposals (RFP) to procure producer licensing examination and pre-licensing consulting services.This is a single award. See RFP Section 6.5 Selection Procedures for more Contract award information.
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