CanadaBuys #AB-2026-02764

Parkland County Seeks Group Benefits Solutions for Volunteer Firefighters

Parkland County in Alberta, Canada is seeking information from providers about alternative group health, dental, and life insurance benefits for its volunteer (paid on-call) firefighters. - The county's volunteer firefighters are not eligible for standard employee benefits due to inconsistent employment status and hours. - Parkland County is looking for: - Comprehensive and flexible group benefits packages - Options that are affordable for volunteers and manageable by the county - Solutions that address current coverage gaps and support recruitment and retention - No specific OEMs, vendors, product part numbers, or purchase quantities are identified in this request. - The opportunity is non-competitive and classified under compensation, benefits planning, and insurance services (UNSPSC codes).

Description

Parkland County is seeking information on alternative group health, dental, and life insurance benefit options for its volunteer (paid on-call) firefighters, who do not qualify for standard benefits due to their inconsistent employment status and hours. The county aims to find a comprehensive and flexible benefits package that can be managed by the county but remains affordable for the volunteer firefighters. This initiative supports recruitment and retention strategies by addressing current coverage shortfalls. The procurement method is non-competitive, and the opportunity is open for responses until April 27, 2026.

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