RFPEUSNO26-01.pdf(opens in new window)

The Lumberton Board of Education is seeking a qualified health‑insurance carrier (or consortium) to provide a district‑wide medical and prescription drug benefits program that matches or improves the current plans for all BOE employees and retirees. The vendor must supply identical plan options (NJEHP, Garden State, POS II, QPOS, retail prescription tiers), maintain existing out‑of‑pocket limits, deliver a high‑quality provider network, and present a transition plan for the July 1 2026 start date. The contract is for one year with possible extensions up to three years, and broker compensation is capped at $44.35 PEPM for medical and 1.25 % of prescription premiums. Extensive compliance documentation (affirmative‑action, non‑collusion, political‑contribution, etc.) is required. • Duplicate or improve current medical and prescription plan options for ~district staff and retirees. • Provide “equal‑to‑or‑better‑than” certification and side‑by‑side benefit comparisons. • Supply a detailed cost analysis for FY 2026‑27 and second‑year rate caps. • Include optional supplemental services (mobile app, on‑site implementation, care‑management, etc.). • Deliver all required certifications, disclosures, and broker‑fee caps as stipulated.