Sole Source - State of Colorado Employee Dental Benefits

The Department of Personnel and Administration (DPA) is issuing a sole source request to extend the current contract with Delta Dental through June 30, 2027, to align the contract's expiration with the conclusion of the final Plan Year. The original contract, initiated in February 2022, was set for a standard five-year term ending in February 2027. However, this term does not cover the entire Plan Year, which lasts until the end of June 2027. Since transitioning to a new dental insurance provider cannot occur mid-Plan Year, Delta Dental is the only viable provider to ensure uninterrupted dental benefits for state employees through this period. This extension is critical to bridging the gap between the contract’s expiration and the Plan Year’s end, guaranteeing continuous coverage and facilitating a smooth implementation process for a new contract, should a new vendor be selected during the solicitation scheduled for State Fiscal Year 2027. The solicitation (NPSS1-AABA-2026000224-2) was posted on June 2, 2026, with a response deadline of June 5, 2026, and is managed by the DPA Division of Human Resources in Colorado. The point of contact for this contract is Phil Rollins, who serves as the buyer for the procurement.