How to bid on insurance brokerage and benefit consulting for Metrolink

What Metrolink is buying

The Southern California Regional Rail Authority, known as Metrolink, is seeking proposals for insurance brokerage and benefit consulting services under RFP RM119-27. See Attachment A in the solicitation documents for the scope of services.

This opportunity may suit firms that provide insurance brokerage and employee benefit consulting services.

Dates and the proposal deadline

The RFP was published September 30, 2026. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for October 9, 2026, at 12:30 PM.

Proposals are due November 4, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. Submit electronically through PlanetBids before the deadline; the provided information does not specify what happens to late submissions.

Who this opportunity may suit

This professional-services RFP is relevant to insurance brokerage firms and benefit consulting firms. Review Attachment A to determine whether your services and experience match the Authority’s stated needs.

How to access and respond

Open the solicitation through the agency’s PlanetBids listing. The listing provides the public scope, dates, and document list. PlanetBids may ask you to complete a “confirm you are human” check before the page loads.

To download documents, receive addenda, and submit electronically, register for a free PlanetBids vendor account with this agency. Submit your proposal through the portal before the due date.

Prepare a clear, complete proposal

Read the full RFP and Attachment A carefully, and check the PlanetBids listing for addenda before submitting. Use the solicitation’s instructions to organize your response and address each requested item.

Allow time to complete vendor registration and upload your proposal. Before submitting, check that all required files are included, open correctly, and reflect the latest solicitation documents.