Medical Plan, Pharmacy Benefit Management, Third-Party Administrator and Claims Payor Services

Overview

Healthcare Services, Wellness & Biotech

Houston, Texas, United StatesPosted 27 days agoDeadline: May 20th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Seeking vendors for administration of medical plans, pharmacy benefits, and associated claims payor services on a one-year contract in Texas.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be an approved vendor of the Houston Independent School District
Must maintain liability insurance requirements
Must comply with Minority/Women Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE) Program
Must submit a signed Execution of Offer form
Must submit a Disclosure of Interested Parties (Form 1295)
Must complete Contractor Criminal History Background Check Certification
Must complete Pre-Employment or Pre-Service Affidavit for Educational Entities
Must provide valid insurance certification (ACORD Form or broker letter)

BUDGET

Estimate

$5,000,000 – $15,000,000

CONTRACT DURATION

12 months

TIMELINE

Pre-Proposal Conference: April 22nd, 2026

Question Cut-off: May 12th, 2026

Bid Closing: May 20th, 2026

Tentative Project Term: July 1st, 2027, through June 30th, 2028

QUESTION DEADLINE

May 12th, 2026

Issuing Agency

Houston Independent School District

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DESCRIPTION

A Texas-based entity is seeking a vendor to provide medical plan administration, pharmacy benefit management, third-party administrator, and claims payor services on an as-needed basis. The engagement is structured as a one-year contract, with the requirement for prospective bidders to submit any questions regarding the RFP by May 12, 2026.

A virtual pre-bid meeting will be conducted on April 22, 2026, to clarify project requirements and address potential vendor inquiries. Selected vendors will be responsible for comprehensive medical and pharmacy benefits management as well as handling third-party administrative functions and claims processing.

Source attribution

This Settle analysis is based on the issuing organization’s public RFP listing.