Vanguard Academy - Employee Benefits Insurance Programs

Vanguard Academy, through the State of Utah Division of Purchasing, is seeking a single contract award from licensed brokers or insurance carriers to provide comprehensive employee benefits insurance for approximately 100 eligible employees and their dependents. The scope of work includes employer-contributed benefits such as medical coverage with an HSA-qualified option, dental, vision, short-term disability, and basic life insurance, as well as voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term disability, and extended life insurance. All proposed carriers must be licensed in Utah, and any HSA-qualified medical plans must be compatible with HealthEquity. The award process consists of three evaluation stages: Mandatory Minimum Requirements, service scoring, and cost scoring. Service scoring accounts for 75% of the total score, with a specific preference for medical coverage placed with SelectHealth. Cost scoring represents the remaining 25% and is based on the Total Annual Evaluated Premium. Proposals are due by November 11, 2026, via the Utah Procurement Proposal Place. Required submissions include a completed cost proposal workbook, an implementation timeline, three client references, and a signed offeror certification. The selected contractor must provide a dedicated account manager and adhere to specific service standards regarding claims processing, billing accuracy, and customer service response times.