Health and Life insurance services for locally employed staff and retirees of the U.S. Mission in Ecuador
ID: 19EC7524R0001Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUS EMBASSY QUITOWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Direct Health and Medical Insurance Carriers (524114)

PSC

SOCIAL- NON-GOVERNMENT INSURANCE PROGRAMS (G009)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/ce26d98f277f4db98672a20a1cfb68d0/view
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Department of State is seeking proposals for health and life insurance services for locally employed staff and retirees of the U.S. Mission in Ecuador, specifically through the U.S. Embassy in Quito. The procurement aims to provide comprehensive health insurance coverage, including hospitalization, outpatient care, and emergency services, with the U.S. Government covering premium costs for active employees and extending benefits to dependents and retirees. This contract is crucial for ensuring the well-being of U.S. personnel in Ecuador and maintaining compliance with local regulations and federal anti-discrimination laws. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by March 12, 2025, before 4:00 PM, and can direct inquiries to Deryl van Coblijn or Jose Balseca at QuitoContracts@state.gov or by phone at +593-2398-5106.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Deryl van Coblijn
    +593-2398-5106
    QuitoContracts@state.gov
    Jose Balseca
    59323985284
    59323985283
    QuitoContracts@state.gov
    Files
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    10. RFP 19EC7525R0001 FY2025.docx
    This government document outlines a solicitation for health and life insurance services for U.S. Government employees in Ecuador. The contract, categorized as a Request for Proposal (RFP), specifies requirements for health insurance coverage, including comprehensive services such as hospitalization, outpatient care, emergency services, and provisions for specific conditions like HIV/AIDS. It mandates premium costs to be fully covered by the U.S. Government for active employees, with defined benefits extending to dependents and retirees. The document emphasizes a fixed-price contract structure, detailing bi-weekly payment rates across multiple contract years and requiring economic price adjustments based on experience and host government legislation. Additionally, it mandates the contractor to ensure transparent communication about benefits through brochures and provides guidelines for quality assurance and performance monitoring. Overall, this RFP reflects the government's commitment to providing robust insurance coverage for its personnel while adhering to local regulations and maintaining high-quality standards in service delivery.
    A001 Amendment SF30 - 19EC7525R001.pdf
    This document is an amendment to a solicitation concerning Request for Quotation (RFQ) 19EC-75-25-R-0001, issued by the American Embassy in Quito, Ecuador. The key change communicated within this amendment is the extension of the deadline for submitting offers from March 5 to March 12, 2025, before 4:00 PM. Additionally, contractors are now required to certify that they are in compliance with Executive Order 14173, which addresses discrimination and merit-based opportunities. The amendment also incorporates a provision regarding compliance with applicable federal anti-discrimination laws into Section G of the solicitation. Unless altered by this amendment, all other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. This document serves to ensure that potential bidders have the necessary information for compliance and timely submission of their proposals.
    A002 Amendment SF30 - 19EC7525R001.pdf
    A003 Amendment 19EC7525R0001.pdf
    CERTIFICATION REGARDING COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE FEDERAL ANTI-DISCRIMINATION LAW_.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy Quito mandates that all contractors certify compliance with federal anti-discrimination laws. This requirement emphasizes that contractors must operate without promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives that contradict these laws. The certification process involves reading the provided guidelines, indicating compliance by checking appropriate boxes, and completing information about the contractor's name, authorized representative, and contract number. This certification is crucial, as non-compliance can impact government payment decisions and falls under the False Claims Act, underscoring its importance in federal contracting. Overall, the document reinforces the need for adherence to anti-discrimination statutes within the context of government RFPs and funding agreements.
    Solicitation Letter 19EC7525R0001.pdf
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