When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due June 29, 2026. Questions must be submitted by May 27, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

Settle estimates the budget at $500,000 – $2,000,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.

It was issued by State Of South Carolina. The work is located in Columbia, South Carolina, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Employee benefits administrator or supplemental insurance provider. Experience serving public sector or government employees. Ability to provide enrollment communications and educational materials. Licensed to offer insurance products in South Carolina. Benefits consultants with experience in voluntary benefits programs. Capability to manage short-term disability, life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet insurance offerings.

Supplemental Benefits Service (Due June 29, 2026)

Overview

Financial, Legal, HR & Staffing

Columbia, South Carolina, United StatesPosted: May 16th, 2026Deadline: June 29th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Government authority in Columbia, South Carolina seeks a provider of supplemental employee benefits services, including enrollment support, educational materials, and consulting. The one-year contract covers multiple voluntary insurance offerings such as disability, life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet insurance.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

BUDGET

Estimate

$500,000 – $2,000,000

CONTRACT DURATION

60 months

TIMELINE

Pre-proposal conference: May 27th, 2025

Questions due: May 27th, 2026

Offer submission deadline: June 29th, 2026

Award posting date: August 18th, 2026

Estimated contract start date: August 28th, 2026

Estimated contract end date: August 27th, 2031

QUESTION DEADLINE

May 27th, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

State Of South Carolina

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DESCRIPTION

A government authority in Columbia, South Carolina is seeking a vendor to provide supplemental benefits services for employees. The selected vendor will be responsible for developing, providing, and distributing educational and enrollment materials for employees who may wish to purchase supplemental insurance coverage for themselves and their dependents.

The scope includes access to benefits consultants who can advise employees on available supplemental benefits options. Coverage areas identified in the solicitation include short-term disability insurance, whole life insurance, voluntary accident insurance, critical illness and cancer insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and pet insurance.

Questions are due by May 27, 2026, and a pre-proposal meeting will also be held on May 27, 2026. The initial contract term is expected to be one year.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due June 29, 2026. Questions must be submitted by May 27, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: Settle estimates the budget at $500,000 – $2,000,000. The issuer has not published an official figure.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by State Of South Carolina. The work is located in Columbia, South Carolina, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Employee benefits administrator or supplemental insurance provider
Experience serving public sector or government employees
Ability to provide enrollment communications and educational materials
Licensed to offer insurance products in South Carolina
Benefits consultants with experience in voluntary benefits programs
Capability to manage short-term disability, life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet insurance offerings

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