Delaware New Castle Civic Plus #27PP-205

New Castle County, Delaware is seeking qualified firms to provide comprehensive Insurance Brokerage Services to support its risk management and insurance needs. - Government Buyer: - New Castle County, Delaware, Purchasing Division - Main office: New Castle County Government Center, 87 Reads Way, New Castle, DE 19720 - Scope of Services: - Comprehensive insurance brokerage services for municipal government - Insurance placement and servicing for a broad portfolio (general liability, property, crime, cyber liability, fiduciary liability, builders risk, commercial auto, commercial flood, inland marine, umbrella, bonds, and more) - Risk exposure analysis, risk management advisory, and loss control - Claims assistance and advocacy - Cyber-risk mitigation and compliance guidance - Coordination with third-party administrators and risk control services - Evaluation and recommendations for insurance program improvements - Support for nearly 2,500 county employees - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Broker must have expertise in municipal government insurance - Strong network of insurance providers required - No subcontracting permitted - Emphasis on supplier diversity, environmental sustainability, and cybersecurity - Strict confidentiality and indemnification terms - Broker prohibited from contacting insurance markets until after contract award - Full disclosure of broker compensation (fee or commission) - OEMs and Insurance Providers Mentioned: - The Travelers Indemnity Company - Continental Casualty Company - Travelers Casualty and Surety Company of America - Hudson Insurance Company - Cincinnati Insurance Company - Kinsale Insurance Company - Technology Insurance Company - Selective Insurance Company of the Southeast - Western Surety - Incumbent Broker: - Assured Partners (since July 2023) - Evaluation Criteria: - Experience, technical expertise, cost, diversity, and green initiatives - Period of Performance: - Initial one-year contract starting July 1, 2026, with up to four annual extensions - Place of Performance: - New Castle County Government Center, 87 Reads Way, New Castle, DE 19720

New Castle County, Delaware is soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide Insurance Brokerage Services. The selected firm will offer brokerage and loss control services, including insurance placement, risk exposure analysis, claims assistance, and cyber-risk mitigation. The scope emphasizes municipal government expertise and requires the broker to act as an advisor and partner in managing the County's insurance portfolio. Proposals are due by April 29, 2026, with the contract anticipated to start July 1, 2026.