27PP-205 Insurance Brokerage Services
| Agency: | New Castle County |
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| State: | Delaware |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
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| Posted Date: | Mar 24, 2026 |
| Due Date: | Apr 29, 2026 |
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| Bid Title: |
27PP-205 Insurance Brokerage Services
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| Category: | Professional Services (RFPs) |
| Status: | Open |
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BID # 27PP-205
INSURANCE BROKERAGE SERVICES
New Castle County
Purchasing Division
87 Reads Way
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 395-5250
New Castle County Sealed Bid and Proposal Solicitation
Introduction:
New Castle County is seeking competitively sealed bid with priced proposals for Insurance
Brokerage Services. Interested parties are asked to submit their bids and proposals to the New
Castle County Purchasing Division.
Important Dates:
First Advertisement
Second Advertisement
Deadline for Vendor Questions
Deadline for Question back to Vendor
Proposal/Bid Submission Deadline
Target Award [or beginning of term]
March 26, 2026
April 2, 2026
April 7, 2026, 2:00 p.m.
April 25, 2026, 2:00 p.m.
April 29, 2026, 2:00 p.m.
Anticipated start is July 1, 2026
Bid Specifications:
Vendors are responsible for retrieving bid specifications and addenda (if applicable) from
https://www.newcastlede.gov/Bids.aspx.
All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing. No verbal responses or
unofficial communications that modify the terms and specifications of this solicitation will be
considered binding. Any changes to the solicitation will only be made through an official, written
addendum issued by New Castle County and posted on the website (link provided above). New
Castle County reserves the right to answer verbal questions that do not modify any part of this
solicitation.
Contact Information:
Questions should be submitted in writing and directed to Robin Allen, Chief Procurement
Officer, at robin.allen@newcastlede.gov by the date and time noted in the table above.
February 6, 2026
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New Castle County
Purchasing Division
87 Reads Way
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 395-5250
Table of Contents
BID #: 27PP-205
INSURANCE BROKERAGE SERVICES
Section 1: General Information ...................................................................................................... 3
1. Submission Deadline:.......................................................................................................... 3
2. Submission Address: ........................................................................................................... 3
3. Delivery Method: ................................................................................................................ 3
4. Bid Submission Instructions and Content Requirements: .................................................. 3
5. State of Delaware Business License .................................................................................... 4
6. Bid Opening:........................................................................................................................ 4
7. Award Criteria ..................................................................................................................... 4
8. Proposal Evaluation and Selection Process ........................................................................ 5
9. Evaluation Criteria............................................................................................................... 5
10. Contract Terms: .................................................................................................................. 5
11. Diversity and Inclusion:....................................................................................................... 9
12. Subcontracting: ................................................................................................................... 9
13. Federal Funding Requirements Specific to Grant Awards.................................................. 9
Section 2: Bid Specific Requirements ........................................................................................... 10
1. Scope of Work | Specifications......................................................................................... 10
2. Requirements for Bid or Proposal Submission (This is an illustration, please see
Attachment C for specific requirements) ................................................................................. 10
3. Company/firm Detail Requirements................................................................................. 11
4. Right to Inspect ................................................................................................................. 11
5. Indemnification ................................................................................................................. 12
6. New Castle County Commitment to Supplier Diversity.................................................... 12
7. Contract Accessibility........................................................................................................ 12
8. Confidentiality................................................................................................................... 12
9. Required Insurance ........................................................................................................... 13
10. Delaware Labor ................................................................................................................. 15
11. Cooperative Contingency.................................................................................................. 15
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Bid# 27PP-205
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New Castle County
Purchasing Division
87 Reads Way
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 395-5250
BID #: 27PP-205
INSURANCE BROKERAGE SERVICES
12. Additions ........................................................................................................................... 15
Section 3: Non-Collusion Statement............................................................................................. 16
Section 4: Authorized Representative Procurement Affidavit ..................................................... 17
Section 5: Respondent Checklist................................................................................................... 18
Section 6: Green Initiative Expectations ....................................................................................... 19
SECTION 7: AI USAGE IN PROPOSAL PREPARATION ..................................................................... 21
Attachment A – Scope of Work/Specifications – See this attachment on our website ............... 22
Attachment B – pricing – Please see this attachment on our website......................................... 23
NOTE – All Exhibits will be listed within the scope of work
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New Castle County
Purchasing Division
87 Reads Way
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 395-5250
BID #: 27PP-205
INSURANCE BROKERAGE SERVICES
SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Submission Deadline:
Proposals must be received before the Submission Deadline noted in the table on Page 1.
Submissions must include one (1) original and one (1) printed hard copy of the proposal
within a sealed envelope.
2. Submission Address:
New Castle County Purchasing Division
New Castle County Government Center
87 Reads Way
New Castle, DE 19720
3. Delivery Method:
3.1 Mail to the address above. Use a carrier that guarantees delivery and provides
tracking. Vendor is fully responsible for delivery to the correct location by the due
date and time of the bid opening.
3.2 Deliver in person to the Government Center between 8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. EST on
business days. Contact a member of the Administrative Services at 302-395-5965
upon arrival or ask the Receptionist to contact the Purchasing Division.
3.3 Facsimile (fax) transmissions are unacceptable and will be rejected.
4. Bid Submission Instructions and Content Requirements:
4.1 Clearly display 27PP-205 – Insurance Brokerage Services in the lower left
quadrant on the front of the sealed envelope.
4.2 Include completed Non-Collusion Statement/Signature Page and Authorized
Representative Procurement Affidavit signed and dated by the Authorized
Representative.
4.2.1 Failure to sign and return these documents could result in a bid
submission being rejected.
4.3 The Signature Page must include the company name, address, tax ID, and
contact information.
4.4 All bidders must provide copies of all necessary licenses required to perform the
work specified in this solicitation. Licenses must be issued by the appropriate
licensing authority prior to the execution of a contract or issuance of a purchase
order.
4.4.1 It is the responsibility of each bidder to ensure that their licenses are
current and valid throughout the bidding process and the duration of the
contract. Expired or suspended licenses may result in disqualification
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New Castle County
Purchasing Division
87 Reads Way
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 395-5250
BID #: 27PP-205
INSURANCE BROKERAGE SERVICES
from the bidding process or termination of the contract if discovered
post-award.
4.4.2 Bidders must hold all licenses that are relevant to the scope of work or
specifications outlined in the solicitation. This includes, but is not limited
to, professional licenses, business licenses, contractor licenses,
specialized licenses, and any specific permits required by local, state, or
federal law.
4.4.3 Each bidder is responsible for understanding and identifying the specific
licenses and/or permits required to comply with section 4.4.2 of this
solicitation.
4.4.4 Copies of all required licenses must be submitted along with the bid
documents. Failure to include all necessary license documentation may
result in the bid being considered non-responsive.
4.4.5 Bidders are required to notify New Castle County immediately of any
changes to the status of licenses during the bidding process or contract
period. This includes renewals, suspensions, or revocations.
4.4.6 Compliance with all licensing requirements is mandatory. Bidders found
to be non-compliant may face penalties including, but not limited to,
disqualification from current and future solicitations, and legal actions
where applicable.
4.4.7 New Castle County reserves the right to verify the validity of any licenses
submitted as part of the bid documents at any time. Bidders may be
required to provide additional information or documentation to support
the validity of their licenses.
4.5 Vendors are asked to provide a brief statement on the Non-Collusion Statement
of how they heard about this solicitation opportunity.
5. State of Delaware Business License
Within seven (7) days from receiving a notice of intent to award, the successful vendor must
either furnish the County with proof of a Delaware Business Licensure or initiate the process of
application where required. https://onestop.delaware.gov/
6. Bid Opening:
Bids must be submitted no later than the date and time specified in the date table on
Page 1. Attendees are welcome at the bid opening meeting scheduled at that time.
7. Award Criteria
7.1 Award, if any, will be made in conjunction with the Delaware Code, Subchapter 2,
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