# British Columbia BCBid #2026010398

UBC seeks information on extended group medical benefits for international scholars

**Posted:** October 08, 2026
**Respond By:** November 06, 2026
**Identifier:** 2026010398
**NAICS:** 524114

The University of British Columbia (UBC) is gathering information about extended group medical benefits for international scholars.
- **Buyer:** University of British Columbia; no sub-agency or office is identified.
- **Request:** Information on available benefit solutions and best practices, to help UBC clarify its needs and potentially inform a future procurement.
- **OEMs and vendors:** None are identified in the notice.
- **Products, quantities, and requirements:** No specific insurance products, part numbers, quantities, or benefit specifications are provided.
- **Potential providers in this market:** Manulife, Sun Life, Canada Life, and GreenShield offer group benefits or related coverage; none is identified as a participant in this notice.

### Description

This Request for Information seeks information about the University of British Columbia’s requirements for Extended Group Medical Benefits for International Scholars. Responses will help UBC understand available solutions and best practices. Responses may also inform potential future procurement, processes, or initiatives by UBC. Submissions must be made through the UBC Bonfire project link provided in the notice.

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