Houston Independent School District Ionwave #26-04-01 Addendum 3

Houston ISD Solicits Medical Plan, PBM, and TPA/Claims Payor Services

Houston Independent School District (HISD) is seeking proposals for comprehensive employee benefits administration services: - Government Buyer: - Houston Independent School District (HISD) - Requested Services: - Medical Plan Administration Services - Management and administration of employee medical benefit plans - Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) Services - Administration of pharmacy benefits, including claims processing and formulary management - Third-Party Administrator (TPA) / Claims Payor Services - Claims processing and administration for employee benefits - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must comply with HISD's liability insurance and MWBE program requirements - Participation in a virtual pre-proposal conference is required - Submission of compliance and reference documents as part of the proposal - Contract Details: - Initial term of one year, with four automatic annual renewals (up to five years total) - Final contract awards subject to HISD Board of Education approval

Description

The Houston Independent School District is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors for Medical Plan, Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM), and Third-Party Administrator (TPA) / Claims Payor Services. The solicitation aims to establish Approved Vendor status through a formal procurement process, with contract awards subject to Board of Education approval. The contract term is tentatively from July 1, 2027, through June 30, 2028, with four automatic annual renewals possible, not extending beyond June 30, 2032. A virtual pre-proposal conference is scheduled for April 22, 2026, and questions must be submitted by May 12, 2026.

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