COBRA Administrative Services – RFQ

The Mississippi Department of Corrections (MDOC) seeks a qualified contractor to provide COBRA (Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act) administrative services for its employees. The contractor will be responsible for managing enrollment, termination, and compliance reporting for COBRA health coverage, acting as the primary point of contact for participants, and ensuring all statutory deadlines are met. This is an informal RFQ (RFQ‑Informal) with a submission deadline of 2 p.m. on November 9, 2026. No pre‑bid meeting or site visit is required. Bidders must acknowledge Amendment #1 (timeline revision) in their response packet. • Scope: Administration of COBRA enrollment, termination, and compliance for MDOC staff. • Deliverables: Timely processing of COBRA notices, maintenance of participant records, regular reporting to MDOC, and a help‑desk for employee inquiries. • Contract Type: Non‑IT personnel services, likely a firm‑fixed‑price or time‑and‑materials arrangement. • Duration: Not specified; expected to be an ongoing service contract. • Evaluation: Based on vendor qualifications, experience with COBRA administration, and cost proposal.