Partner with Navitize for MNsure's 2026 Digital Transformation
Navitize can build digital enrollment solutions for Minnesota's health insurance marketplace, including QEST system migration support, navigator case association automation, and trauma-informed enrollment technology. As MNsure transitions from the legacy METS system to QEST in June 2026, we're ready to develop API-ready tools that ensure operational stability, automate the 30-day case association rule, and help navigator organizations meet FY 2027 grant requirements. Our platform capabilities align with HCAF budget priorities to reduce enrollment churn and expand access to underserved populations.
What Solutions Can Navitize Build for MNsure?
QEST System Migration Support
We can build API interoperability solutions for the June 2026 METS to QEST transition to help ensure operational stability during the critical system modernization.
Navigator Case Association Automation
We can develop tools to eliminate the 30-day manual submission burden. Automated case association ensures navigators get paid for every assisted enrollment.
Trauma-Informed Enrollment Technology
We can create digital enrollment solutions designed for underserved Minnesota populations with cultural competency and multilingual support built-in.
Enrollment ROI & Analytics
We can build real-time reporting dashboards that demonstrate navigator ROI and community impact with grant-ready documentation for FY 2027 compliance.
What is the MNsure 2026 Critical Timeline?
Key Dates for MNsure Partners
2026 is a pivotal year for Minnesota's health insurance marketplace. The QEST system launch, FY 2027 navigator grants, and ARPA tax credit sunset create both challenges and opportunities for technology partners.
Who at MNsure Would Benefit from These Solutions?
IT Operations & MNIT Teams
Jon Domaas, Director of Contact Center & Operations
CHALLENGES:
- •QEST migration timeline pressure
- •Legacy METS technical debt
- •System stability during transition
WHAT WE CAN BUILD:
Cloud-native, API-first architecture ready for June 2026
Partner Relations
Christina Wessel, Senior Director
CHALLENGES:
- •Navigator payment compliance
- •Case association 30-day rule
- •FY 2027 grant documentation
WHAT WE CAN BUILD:
Custom case association automation and ROI reporting tools
Public Affairs & Outreach
Erika Helvick Anderson, Senior Director
CHALLENGES:
- •Enrollment churn
- •Underserved population access
- •Digital divide barriers
WHAT WE CAN BUILD:
Trauma-informed, multilingual self-service enrollment solutions
Executive Leadership
Libby Caulum, CEO & Board of Directors
CHALLENGES:
- •Budget alignment with HCAF
- •Enrollment growth goals
- •Strategic innovation
WHAT WE CAN BUILD:
Scalable digital platform development with measurable ROI
How Is Navitize Prepared for MNsure Vendor Requirements?
Navitize is prepared to work within state health exchange vendor procurement guidelines and the MNsure IT professional services master contract 2026 framework. We monitor the MNsure request for information (RFI) vendor portal for opportunities to support Minnesota's health insurance marketplace.
IT Professional Services Master Contract
Navitize is prepared to work within the MNsure IT professional services master contract 2026 framework for technology partnerships.
State Vendor Compliance
We are ready to meet state health exchange vendor procurement guidelines including DUNS registration, SWIFT vendor ID, and Minnesota business entity requirements.
API Interoperability
Our development approach prioritizes HIX integrated eligibility system API interoperability, ensuring seamless connection with MNsure's evolving infrastructure.
Why Does QEST System Readiness Matter for MNsure Partners?
The June 2026 Transition
MNsure is migrating from the legacy METS (Minnesota Eligibility Technology System) to the new QEST (Quality Enrollment and Services Technology) platform. This integrated eligibility system migration affects every partner and vendor in the ecosystem.
What Changes:
- New API architecture for data exchange
- Updated assister portal workflows
- New real-time eligibility verification
- Enhanced consumer shopping experience
What Navitize Can Build:
- API-first cloud-native architecture
- HIX integrated eligibility interoperability
- Scalable infrastructure for enrollment spikes
- Testing partnership with MNsure teams
How Can Navitize Support FY 2027 Navigator Grant Requirements?
Grant-Ready Technology Platform Development
The FY 2027 MNsure Navigator Grant RFP, expected in late January 2026, emphasizes outcome-based metrics and community impact documentation. Navitize can build automation tools that provide the data foundation for demonstrating navigator ROI.
What the RFP Requires:
- • Case association completion rates
- • Successful enrollment metrics
- • Community impact documentation
- • ROI and cost-effectiveness data
- • Underserved population outreach proof
What Navitize Can Build:
- • Automated case association tracking
- • Real-time enrollment reporting for navigator agencies
- • Grant-ready impact reports
- • Payment reconciliation dashboards
- • Demographic and geographic analytics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MNsure QEST system migration and when does it launch?
QEST (Quality Enrollment and Services Technology) is MNsure's new integrated eligibility system replacing the legacy METS platform. The QEST system is scheduled to launch in late June 2026. This migration requires vendors and partners to ensure their tools are API-compatible with the new architecture.
What are the FY 2027 MNsure Navigator Grant RFP requirements?
The FY 2027 Navigator Grant RFP, expected to release in late January 2026, emphasizes outcome-based metrics including case association completion rates, successful enrollment numbers, community impact reporting, and ROI documentation. Organizations with automated tracking systems are better positioned to meet these requirements.
How can vendors register with the MNsure vendor portal?
To become an MNsure vendor, organizations need a DUNS number and SWIFT Vendor ID from the Minnesota Department of Administration. The MNsure IT professional services master contract 2026 provides a pathway for technology partners to offer services to the marketplace.
What is navigator case association automation?
Navigator case association automation eliminates the manual 30-day form submission requirement by automatically capturing consumer assistance data during enrollment and submitting it to the MNsure assister portal. This ensures navigators get paid for every assisted enrollment.
What is trauma-informed enrollment technology?
Trauma-informed enrollment technology is designed to serve underserved Minnesota populations including Somali-American communities, rural residents, and tribal communities. It incorporates cultural competency, multilingual support, and sensitive interaction design into the enrollment experience.
How can technology partners support HCAF budget alignment?
The Health Care Access Fund (HCAF) 2026 budget includes funding for system stability. Digital enrollment solutions can help protect this investment by reducing enrollment churn, automating error-prone manual processes, and improving consumer retention rates.
What is the MNsure Request for Information (RFI) process?
The MNsure RFI vendor portal allows potential technology partners to respond to market research inquiries before formal RFPs are issued. Monitoring the MNsure request for information (RFI) vendor portal is essential for staying informed about upcoming procurement opportunities.
How can Navitize help with SBE assister portal enhancements?
Navitize can build custom solutions for state-based exchange (SBE) assister portal enhancements for the 2026 plan year. Our team is ready to develop tools that improve navigator workflows, reduce manual data entry, and provide real-time enrollment reporting through API integrations and automation.
Ready to Explore a Partnership with Navitize?
With the FY 2027 Navigator Grant RFP releasing soon and the June 2026 QEST launch approaching, now is the time to explore partnership opportunities. Let's discuss how Navitize can build solutions to support MNsure's digital transformation.
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Disclaimer
This content is provided for informational purposes for potential MNsure technology partners and stakeholders. Navitize is not affiliated with MNsure or the State of Minnesota. For official MNsure vendor information, visit the MNsure website or contact the Minnesota Department of Administration for procurement guidelines.
Last updated: January 16, 2026 | MNsure partnership resources for technology vendors