Missouri BUYS #STATE 0000000530SL

Missouri RFP for Statewide Medicare Counseling and Assistance Services (SHIP, MIPPA, BEC)

Missouri is seeking a contractor to deliver statewide State Health Insurance Information, Counseling, and Assistance Services for Medicare beneficiaries. - Government Buyer: - State of Missouri, Department of Commerce and Insurance - Office of Administration, Division of Purchasing - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; this is a service-focused RFP. - Services Requested: - State Health Insurance Information Program (SHIP): - Recruit and train at least 200 counseling volunteers - Provide outreach, education, and personalized counseling - Maintain a toll-free hotline for beneficiaries - MIPPA Program: - Outreach and assistance for Low-Income Subsidy and Medicare Savings Programs - BEC Program: - Enrollment assistance for Medicare Part D Extra Help, Medicare Savings Program, SNAP, and Medicaid - Notable Requirements: - Targeted outreach to rural, low-income, and underserved populations - Compliance with HIPAA, federal fund regulations, and anti-discrimination laws - Performance measurement and reporting - Key personnel qualifications specified - Monthly price caps for each grant program - Period of Performance: - Initial contract runs through June 30, 2027, with options for nine additional one-year renewals - Grant periods for SHIP, MIPPA, and BEC programs are specified within the contract

Description

This solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued on behalf of the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance. It seeks proposals for providing state health insurance information, counseling, and assistance services. The contract period is from the effective date of the contract through June 30, 2027. Proposals must be submitted electronically through MissouriBUYS by October 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central Time.

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