Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-27-1027-1FED-1FED-134832

Massachusetts Division of Insurance Third-Referee Services

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Division of Insurance is seeking qualified third referees to resolve specified insurance contract and fire-claim disputes. - Government buyer: Commonwealth of Massachusetts — Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development, Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation, Division of Insurance. - Services requested: - Review disputes concerning cancellation, modification, or expiration of independent fire and casualty insurance agent contracts under M.G.L. c. 175, §163. - Review disputes over the amount of loss in fire insurance claims and participate in proceedings that result in a written award. - Referee qualifications and responsibilities: Referees must be disinterested Massachusetts residents with relevant statutory knowledge and qualifications. They may be appointed by the Commissioner, participate in hearings, evaluate evidence, and issue signed written decisions or awards. - Engagement and compensation: This is a fee-for-service pool; no minimum number of appointments is guaranteed. Compensation is governed by statute and the agreement for each proceeding. Rates are generally held for at least 12 months and apply for the term of an assigned project. - OEMs and vendors: No OEMs, product manufacturers, or vendor companies are named; the opportunity is for professional referee services. - Products and quantities: No products, part numbers, or fixed service quantities are specified.

Description

The Massachusetts Division of Insurance is seeking third referee services. The work concerns review of fire and casualty insurance agent contract cancellation, modification, or expiration, and review of disputes about the amount of loss in fire insurance claims. The solicitation is a repost intended to replace bid BD-27-1027-1FED-1FED-133333. Responses are due December 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM.

View original listing