Employee Benefits-Dental and Vision

The Tempe Union High School District (TUHSD) is seeking a qualified insurance provider to deliver voluntary dental (both DHMO and DPPO) and vision benefits for its employees for the plan year July 1 2027 – June 30 2032. The contractor must match the existing plan designs as closely as possible, submit detailed pricing, and be prepared to service the district’s employee base under a one‑year contract (March 15 2027 – March 14 2028) with a renewal option. Proposals are due electronically by 2:00 pm MT on November 4 2026; a pre‑proposal conference is scheduled for October 12 2026 (optional). Evaluation will consider responsiveness, qualifications, cost, and past performance, followed by interviews/demos and a possible best‑and‑final offer. • Provide voluntary DHMO dental, DPPO dental, and vision plans that align with current TUHSD offerings. • Submit pricing and plan design documentation via the OpenGov procurement portal. • Meet the pre‑proposal conference (optional) and question deadline (Oct 16 2026). • Contract term: 1 year with potential renewal; award anticipated March 3 2027. • Must comply with Arizona school district procurement rules, tax obligations, and forced‑labor certifications.