The City of Victoria, Texas seeks proposals for employee benefits broker and consulting services. Proposals due October 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM CST via BidNet Direct. Optional preproposal conference on October 6, 2026. Contract term is 3 years. Evaluation criteria: qualifications (40%), methodology (25%), rates (25%), references (10%), interview (10%). Best value award per Texas Local Government Code. Questions due October 7, 2026. Proposals firm for 120 days. Insurance and compliance requirements apply.
Proposals must be received by October 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM CST. responses must be received no later than: 2:00 pm cst october 14, 2026
Invoices paid within 30 days after receipt of items or completion of services. invoices will be paid according to agreed payment terms as reflected in the purchase order or within 30 days after receipt of the items or completion of required services.
Respondent warrants equipment or work free from defects for at least 12 months from installation. make good all defects in design, materials, or performance developing in the materials or equipment under its intended use for at least twelve (12) months from the date of installation
Best value proposer per Texas Local Government Code. the city seeks to contract with the best value proposer considering purchase price, experience, quality, and other criteria.
Respondents must demonstrate experience with Texas municipalities, self-funded health plans, and provide references. experience providing employee benefits brokerage and consulting services to municipalities or other public-sector employers
Questions must be submitted by October 7, 2026 at 12:00 PM CST. all requests for additional information or clarification concerning this response must be submitted in writing. . . on or before 12:00 pm cst, october 7, 2026
Late responses rejected, failure to sign, noncompliance with requirements, or violations of communication restrictions may disqualify. no late responses will be considered and violation of this provision by respondent or its agent may lead to disqualification