Opportunity

Arkansas Ionwave #2026.2002 Addendum 4

City of Conway Solicits Proposals for Employee Group Health Insurance Benefits (Fully Insured and Self-Funded Options)

Posted

June 29, 2026

Respond By

August 17, 2026

Identifier

2026.2002 Addendum 4

NAICS

524114, 524210, 524292

This opportunity involves the City of Conway, Arkansas seeking proposals for employee group health insurance benefits. - Government Buyer: - City of Conway, Arkansas (local government) - Products/Services Requested: - Comprehensive employee group health insurance benefits - Both fully insured and self-funded plan options - Administrative services including plan design, network access, claims administration, reporting, and wellness program support - Vendors and OEMs: - No specific OEMs mandated; open to all qualified insurance carriers, third-party administrators (TPAs), insurance brokers, and authorized entities - Current administrator: Health Advantage (not required for future contract) - Notable Requirements: - Proposals must include detailed cost structures for both plan models - Full cost transparency and disclosure of all compensation and embedded costs - Submission of sample contracts, provider network information, financial strength documentation, and HIPAA/security documentation - Evaluation based on cost-effectiveness, sustainability, and quality of benefits - The City is open to alternative solutions and intends to select the proposal that best meets its needs based on the RFP criteria.

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.

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