Texas DIR/ESBD #26-4090-09

Burnet County Employee Health Insurance and Benefits Services Solicitation

Burnet County, Texas is seeking proposals for comprehensive employee health insurance coverage and related administrative services for county employees and their dependents. - Government Buyer: - Burnet County, Texas (Purchasing Agent: Megan Schumann; Office: Burnet County Auditors Office) - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - BlueChoice Network (medical insurance) - Navitus Health Solutions (prescription drug plan) - BlueCare Dental PPO (dental insurance) - Texas Association of Counties (vision benefits) - Products/Services Requested: - Medical insurance plans (PPO, HDHP, HSA-compatible options) - Includes prescription drug coverage, telehealth, wellness programs, disease management, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Prescription drug plan (Navitus Health Solutions) - No deductible, tiered copayments for 30- and 90-day supplies - Dental insurance (BlueCare Dental PPO with orthodontia) - Preventive, basic, major services, orthodontics, specified deductibles and copayments - Vision insurance (Texas Association of Counties) - Exams, lenses, frames, contact lenses, specified copayments and allowances - Administrative services - Enrollment support, COBRA administration, ACA and HIPAA compliance, claims reporting, renewal strategy, employee education - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Vendors must be licensed in Texas and have at least five years of experience with Texas governmental entities - Emphasis on Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) participation - Proposals may be for fully insured and/or self-funded plans - Contract term: initial three years with two optional one-year renewals, subject to Commissioners Court approval

Description

Burnet County is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified insurance carriers, third-party administrators, employee benefits consultants, and/or brokers for the provision of employee health insurance for county employees and eligible dependents. The County seeks proposals that provide competitive pricing, comprehensive coverage, strong provider networks, administrative efficiency, compliance support, and excellent customer service. Proposers may submit for medical, dental, vision insurance, and administrative services. The contract term is an initial three-year agreement with two optional one-year renewals, subject to Commissioners Court approval.

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