Opportunity
Texas DIR/ESBD #26-1398
Solicitation for Fully-Insured Medical/Rx, Dental, FSA, HRA, and COBRA Insurance Services for Brazos River Authority
Posted
September 10, 2026
Respond By
October 06, 2026
Identifier
26-1398
NAICS
524210
The Brazos River Authority (BRA) is seeking proposals for fully-insured employee health and wellness insurance services. - Government Buyer: - Brazos River Authority (BRA), Purchasing Agent office - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas (BCBSTX) - Flores & Associates - Products/Services Requested: - Medical/Rx insurance coverage for 277 active full-time employees and 2 COBRA participants - Includes PPO, HSA, and HMO plan options - Coverage must match or enhance current deductible and aggregate limits - Dental insurance coverage for 277 employees - Base and buy-up options - Flexible Spending Account (FSA) administration - Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) administration - COBRA administration services - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Geo-access standards: minimum provider network access (e.g., 2 general and 2 specialist providers within 10 miles for medical/dental, 1 hospital within 10 miles for medical) - Proposals must include detailed plan designs and network access data - Pricing must be net of commissions - Contract term is one year, with up to four one-year renewals (potential five-year duration) - Renewal rate increases must be communicated 120 days prior to effective date - Eligibility for new hires begins first of the month after 60 days of employment - Submission of RFP forms and certificates of coverage required
Description
The Brazos River Authority (BRA) is soliciting proposals for fully-insured Medical/Rx, Dental, FSA, HRA, and COBRA insurance coverage services. The current Medical and Rx provider is Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas with a contract ending December 31, 2026. The solicitation requires pricing based on current deductible and aggregate limits, with all coverages quoted net of commissions. The new coverage is to be effective January 1, 2027, and the response deadline is October 6, 2026, at 10:00 AM.