Opportunity
Texas DIR/ESBD #2604-002
Central Health Seeks Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance and Services
Posted
April 23, 2026
Respond By
May 26, 2026
Identifier
2604-002
NAICS
524114, 524292, 524298
Central Health, the Travis County Healthcare District in Austin, TX, is seeking proposals for a comprehensive suite of insurance and health administration services for its self-funded healthcare system. - Government Buyer: - Travis County Healthcare District d/b/a Central Health - Central Health Purchasing Office - Products/Services Requested: - Medical insurance and claim administration services - Includes member services, claims processing, integration with wellness initiatives, and scalability for a growing population - Prescription drug (pharmacy benefit manager) insurance and claim administration - Includes formulary management, drug cost control, and timely claims processing - Dental insurance - Emphasis on broad network access, benefit enhancements, and member services - Vision insurance - Emphasis on national network access and member services - Health administration services - Includes account management, customer service, technical capabilities, and implementation support - Notable Requirements: - Vendors may propose for any or all coverage lines - Emphasis on high-quality, cost-effective coverage with superior claims and risk management - Evaluation criteria include account management, claims administration, customer service, technical capabilities, implementation, fees, and underwriting - Proposals may be submitted electronically or in print (with prior coordination for print submissions) - Initial contract term is one year, with up to four optional one-year renewals - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation; the opportunity is open to all qualified providers
Description
Travis County Healthcare District d/b/a Central Health is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision solution. The solicitation aims to identify and secure these healthcare services for the district. Proposals are due by May 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time. The contract duration is initially one year with optional four one-year renewal periods. Multiple awards may be made under this solicitation.