Opportunity
Arkansas Ionwave #2026.2002 Addendum 3
City of Conway, AR Solicits Proposals for Employee Group Health Insurance (Fully Insured & Self-Funded Options)
Posted
June 29, 2026
Respond By
August 17, 2026
Identifier
2026.2002 Addendum 3
NAICS
524114, 524210, 524292
The City of Conway, Arkansas is seeking proposals for comprehensive employee group health insurance benefits. - Government Buyer: - City of Conway, Arkansas - Purchasing Department - Scope of Solicitation: - Proposals requested from qualified insurance carriers, third-party administrators (TPAs), brokers, and authorized entities - Coverage for eligible employees, retirees, and dependents - Both fully insured and self-funded plan options must be addressed - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive group health insurance benefits - Plan design, provider network access, administrative services, claims processing, reporting, and wellness/disease management programs - Detailed pricing for multiple health plan tiers - Implementation and transition support - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Proposals must include both fully insured and self-funded options - Detailed cost structures, including all administrative fees, commissions, and compensation - Provider network information and sample reports - Financial strength documentation and HIPAA/security compliance - High-quality member and administrative support - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to all qualified insurance carriers and TPAs
Description
The City of Conway, Arkansas is soliciting proposals from qualified insurance carriers and third-party administrators to provide comprehensive employee group health insurance coverage. The solicitation requests proposals for both fully insured and self-funded plan options to determine the most cost-effective and sustainable solution for providing high-quality health benefits to eligible employees, retirees, and dependents. The RFP outlines requirements for plan design, network access, administrative services, reporting, and wellness program support. The City intends to award a contract to the contractor whose proposal best meets the needs of the City and its employees based on evaluation criteria.