Dental/Vision Insurance RFP

This solicitation seeks a single‑award contract to supply fully insured dental and vision insurance for University of Louisville employees and dependents, maintaining existing plan designs while allowing enhancements. The university will evaluate proposals using a weighted scorecard that emphasizes financial rates (40 %), provider network continuity (25 %), account management (15 %), member experience (15 %), and innovation (5 %). Proposals must include detailed financial rate tables, HIPAA compliance attestations, and a comprehensive technical response covering all evaluation criteria. The contract is to become effective on 1 January 2027, with implementation activities beginning July 2026. Metropolitan Life Insurance Company has been identified as the awarded vendor. • Scope: Provide dental and vision coverage, preserve current benefits, and propose improvements. • Evaluation: Weighted criteria total 100 % with a strong financial emphasis. • Timeline: Questions due 20 April 2026; proposals due 27 April 2026; award intent by late June 2026; contract start 1 Jan 2027.