Dental Insurance Provider

Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) is seeking a qualified dental insurance carrier (or an administrative‑services‑only provider) to deliver comprehensive dental benefits for approximately 10,900 employees, retirees and dependents. The contract will run for five years, beginning on or about January 1 2027 and ending December 31 2032, with a five‑year rate guarantee. Vendors must submit fully‑insured and ASO pricing options, provide a robust Nashville‑area provider network, and meet detailed insurance‑coverage and reporting requirements. The award will be based on a best‑value evaluation that heavily weights cost, network breadth, experience and past performance. • Provide Dental PPO coverage (standard plan) and a “high/low” plan option that includes adult and child orthodontia. • Submit rate tables for employee‑only, employee‑spouse, employee‑child, and family tiers for 2023‑2026 (rates already disclosed) and proposed 2027‑2032 rates. • Deliver a provider‑network table by county and specialty, maintain compliance with federal/state regulations, and furnish required insurance certificates and background‑check documentation.