Active SLED Opportunity · FLORIDA · CITY OF PETERSBURG

    Pension Management Software

    Issued by City of Petersburg
    cityRFPCity of PetersburgSol. 246271
    Open · 33d remaining
    DAYS TO CLOSE
    33
    due May 26, 2026
    PUBLISHED
    Apr 10, 2026
    Posting date
    JURISDICTION
    City of
    city
    NAICS CODE
    541512
    AI-classified industry

    AI Summary

    The City of St. Petersburg seeks proposals for a SaaS cloud-based Pension Administration and Management system to replace its legacy system. The solution must ensure accurate processing, regulatory compliance, and a quality user experience for pension stakeholders. The RFP includes detailed evaluation criteria and submission requirements.

    Opportunity details

    Solicitation No.
    246271
    Type / RFx
    RFP
    Status
    open
    Level
    city
    Published Date
    April 10, 2026
    Due Date
    May 26, 2026
    NAICS Code
    541512AI guide
    Jurisdiction
    City of Petersburg
    State
    Florida
    Agency
    City of Petersburg

    Description

    The City of St. Petersburg is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide a Pension Administration and Management system with a fully SaaS Cloud-based solution to replace a legacy system. The proposed solution must deliver comprehensive, end‑to‑end pension administration capabilities designed to ensure accurate processing, regulatory compliance, and a high‑quality experience for members, retirees, beneficiaries, and plan sponsors.

    Background

    The current system is a legacy system that integrates with Oracle Payroll for processing. The City will migrate from both of these platforms for a new Pension Administration and Management System. The City's pension payroll is three legally separate entities with unique federal ID's and plan documents.

    Project Details

    • Reference ID: RFP- 26 - 194
    • Department: Finance
    • Department Head: Director (Director)

    Important Dates

    • Questions Due: 2026-05-05T16:00:00.000Z
    • Answers Posted By: 2026-05-07T19:00:00.000Z

    Meetings & Milestones

    EventDateLocation
    Evaluation/Shortlisting Meeting 2026-06-10T17:00:00.000ZOne 4th St. North St. Petersburg, FL 33701, Conference Room 800

    Addenda

    • Addendum #1 (released 2026-04-13T19:37:45.912Z) —

      Please use the See What Changed link to view all the changes made by this addendum.

    • Addendum #2 (released 2026-04-15T14:10:16.454Z) —

      Please use the See What Changed link to view all the changes made by this addendum.

    • Addendum #3 (released 2026-04-16T18:30:33.582Z) —

      Please use the See What Changed link to view all the changes made by this addendum.

    • Addendum #4 (released 2026-04-16T19:13:13.814Z) —

      Base Agreement Added

      Please use the See What Changed link to view all the changes made by this addendum. 

    Evaluation Criteria

    • Qualifications and Experience of Firm and Staff (25 pts)

      This section evaluates the Proposer’s qualifications, relevant experience, and capacity to successfully perform the required services. Scoring will be based on the firm’s history of similar projects, technical expertise, organizational structure, key personnel credentials, and demonstrated past performance.

    • Project Approach (35 pts)

      This section evaluates the Proposer’s proposed methodology for delivering the services, including processes used on similar projects and the approach envisioned for this engagement. Scoring will be based on the clarity and feasibility of the project plan, schedule, key activities, deliverables, and the proposed coordination process with the City’s Project Manager. 

    • Cost Analysis (25 pts)

      This section evaluates the Proposer's completed cost analysis and proposed fee for the project. Scoring will be based on the completeness, clarity, and reasonableness of the pricing information provided. 

    • Business Enterprise Program Outreach and Utilization (15 pts)

      This section evaluates the Proposer’s status as an SBE, MBE, WBE, or combination, and the firm’s demonstrated commitment to outreach, inclusion, and utilization of small and minority-owned businesses in performance of the contract. Scoring will be based on documented outreach efforts, planned mentoring and capacity-building initiatives, and processes for inclusive subcontracting. 

    Submission Requirements

    • Is the Vendor registered with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations (Sunbiz) in accordance with Florida Statute §607.1501? (required)
    • Is the Vendor a City of St. Petersburg certified SBE? (required)

      If you have submitted an application and it is pending, please send an email to osd@stpete.org. In the subject line- provide the solicitation number and due date. 

    • Is the Vendor a City of St. Petersburg certified MWBE? (required)

      If you have submitted an application and it is pending, please send an email to osd@stpete.org. In the subject line- provide the solicitation number and due date. 

    • Address for Headquarters location. (required)
    • Address of office providing service, if different than above.
    • Signature Authority (required)

      Please provide a letter certifying who is authorized to execute the agreement on behalf of Company. 

    • Describe the nature of company’s business. (required)
    • Year the Company was Founded. (required)
    • Number of years company has operated under the current name. (Note: if the company has modified its corporate structure since its founding (e.g., from a corporation to an LLC), you may list the number of years the company was founded under the original corporate structure). (required)
    • Company’s bank of record. (required)
    • Describe any litigation that the vendor has been a party to in the last five years where it was alleged that the offeror breached a contract for similar services with a client/customer and describe any contracts for similar services that the vendor failed to complete for similar services. Describe the facts and status of any such litigation or contract. (required)

      Type N/A if not applicable.

    • Identify any government entity that has debarred or otherwise prohibited the vendor from responding to its competitive solicitations within the last five years. Describe the circumstances surrounding such debarment or other prohibition. (required)

      Type N/A if not applicable.

    • The vendor acknowledges that it has read, understands and will comply with Florida Statute §448.095 pertaining to required use of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify system. Should the City terminate the contract with the vendor for violation of §448.095, vendor may not be awarded a contract with the City for at least one year. (required)
    • The vendor acknowledges that its quote response is subject to Public Records laws (Chapter 119, Florida Statutes). (required)
    • Will vendor allow other agencies to piggyback the contract if awarded? (required)
    • The vendor hereby makes all certifications required by Florida Statute §287.135 related to scrutinized companies. (required)
    • Is vendor required to provide any disclosures to the City regarding a foreign country of concern pursuant to Florida Statutes §286.101 (3)(a)? (required)
    • If YES, please provide the disclosure(s) in accordance with the requirements of Florida Statute §286.101 (3)(a).
    • The vendor certifies that it takes no exceptions to the agreement attached. (required)

      The City has deemed the following contract terms to be non-negotiable. Vendor is advised that if it wishes to take exception to any of the terms contained or referenced in the contract, it must explicitly identify the term and the exception in its response to the solicitation. Vendor's stated exception to a non-negotiable contract term may disqualify it from consideration: 

      1. Indemnification.
      2. Insurance coverage.
      3. Governing Law and Venue.
      4. The City will not agree to the addition of any provision requiring a dispute resolution process or method, including but not limited to binding arbitration.
      5. The City will not agree to the addition of any provision waiving any remedy available to the City in law or equity (including but limited to the right to a jury trial)
      6. The City will not agree to the addition of any provision providing for the award of attorney’s fees to the prevailing party.
      7. The City will not agree to the addition of any provision limiting the liability of Vendor to a maximum dollar amount.
    • If exceptions are taken to the attached agreement, please provide.
    • Has the vendor identified any trade secrets or confidential information in its response? (required)
    • If yes to the above question, please upload your redacted proposal here.
    • I currently have the required insurance coverage as specified in the solicitation and will be able to provide a Certificate of Insurance if awarded. (required)
    • References (required)

      Please download the below document, complete, and upload.

    • Submittal Documents (required)

      Upload all other documents relating to this solicitation. Including but not limited to proposals/statements of qualifications, applicable bonds, warranty information, etc. 

    • Living Wage Questions (required)

      Please download the below documents, complete, and upload.

    • What type of project is this? (required)
    • Is this a service contract, exceeding $200k? (required)

      Make sure this in compliance with the living wage ordinance. 

    • Is the construction project over $1M? (required)
    • Number of Awards (required)
    • Will background checks be needed? (required)
    • What type of background check? (required)
    • Will subcontractors/subconsultants be allowed? (required)
    • Will a performance and payment bond be needed? (required)

    Questions & Answers

    Q (Section 2.15 – Non‑Negotiable Contract Terms - Sample Contract?): Section 2.15 references “Non‑Negotiable Contract Terms”; however, a sample agreement or contract document is not included in the solicitation. Can the City please provide the applicable contract template or otherwise clarify which specific terms are considered non‑negotiable so proposers can appropriately assess contractual risk prior to submission? Thank you.

    A: Please reference the agreement attached.


    Q (Section 2.19 – Insurance Requirements - Need Detail): Section 2.19 states that insurance documentation must be provided within 10 days of award; however, it also indicates that the insurance requirements are contained in the agreement, which does not appear to be included in the solicitation. Can the City confirm whether a standard set of insurance requirements applies to this solicitation; and if so, whether those requirements can be shared prior to proposal submission? Thank you.

    A: Please reference the agreement attached.


    Q (Section 2.23 – Bonds - More details?): Section 2.23 references bond requirements that must be uploaded prior to the solicitation close date. Can the City please clarify the type of bond(s) required (i.e. performance bond); the required bond amount or percentage; and whether a commitment letter from a surety is acceptable in lieu of an executed bond at the proposal stage?

    A: There are no bonds required on this solicitation.


    Q (Business Enterprise Program Outreach and Utilization - Clarification Needed): Under Section 5, Evaluation Criteria No. 4 references Business Enterprise Program Outreach and Utilization. Additionally, the attached Subcontractor Utilization Plan indicates (third paragraph) that a utilization plan is not required as a condition of contract award. Can the City please clarify whether proposers without subcontracting opportunities may still be considered responsive and eligible for full points under this criterion?

    A: Vendor's will still be considered responsive without subcontracting opportunities as it is not a condition of award. Points given to each vendor is determined by the evaluation committee.


    Q ("Responsible and Responsive Construction Bid" Document - Required?): Please confirm that the above-listed document is or is not required to be submitted for this project.

    A: Correct. Please disregard this as it has been deleted from the vendor questionnare.


    Q (Base Agreement): Is the City open to reviewing and using the vendor's contract? Using the City's contract would result in significant time and effort to negotiate and it adds provisions that are not beneficial to both parties. The vendor's contract would be negotiable, but because it is tailored to the specific products and services that are being proposed, it will be a more concise contract. Thank you.

    A: The City will be proceeding with its standard contract format as the basis for negotiation. While we understand your contract is tailored to the products and services being proposed, the City's agreement ensures consistency with our required terms and protections. We are happy to work with you through the negotiation process to address any provisions that may require discussion.


    Key dates

    1. April 10, 2026Published
    2. May 26, 2026Responses Due

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