Health Insurance for Locally Employed Staff, U.S. Consulate General Willemstad, Curacao
ID: 19GE5025R0010Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFACQUISITIONS - RPSO FRANKFURTWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Direct Health and Medical Insurance Carriers (524114)

PSC

SOCIAL- GOVERNMENT HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAMS (G007)
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Jan 16, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Feb 18, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Feb 25, 2025, 1:00 PM UTC
Description

The U.S. Department of State is soliciting proposals for health insurance services for Locally Employed Staff (LES) at the U.S. Consulate General in Willemstad, Curacao, under Solicitation No. 19GE5025R0010. The procurement aims to provide comprehensive health insurance coverage, including hospitalization, emergency services, outpatient care, and prescription drugs, for approximately 47 employees and their dependents, with a contract structured as a firm-fixed-price over a base year and four option years. This initiative is crucial for ensuring adequate healthcare provisions for embassy staff, reflecting the U.S. government's commitment to employee welfare in international contexts. Proposals must be submitted electronically by February 17, 2025, with inquiries directed to Ms. Ielyzaveta Ishchenko at IshchenkoIM@state.gov before January 31, 2025.

Point(s) of Contact
Ielyzaveta Ishchenko
IshchenkoIM@state.gov
Files
Title
Posted
Feb 18, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The document is an amendment to the solicitation number 19GE5025R0010, issued by the American Consulate General in Frankfurt, Germany. The amendment, dated February 12, 2025, serves to extend the proposal submission deadline for a contract related to Local Employee Staff (LES) Health Insurance in Willemstad, Curacao, until February 25, 2025, at 1400hrs Central European Time (CET). It includes additional documentation, such as a Questions and Answers letter and Claims Data as part of the solicitation. Offerors are required to acknowledge receipt of this amendment with their proposals. The contract consists of multiple line items, including a base year and four option years, all under firm-fixed pricing conditions. The solicitation emphasizes the need for the contractor to adhere to terms and ensure all conditions, except the specified amendments, remain unaltered and enforceable.
Feb 18, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The document is an amendment to a solicitation for health insurance for Locally Employed Staff at the U.S. Embassy in Willemstad, Curacao (Solicitation No. 19GE5025R0010). Issued by the RPSO Frankfurt, the amendment includes a pre-proposal presentation and instructs offerors to replace specified pages in the original RFP with updated versions. It emphasizes the requirement for offerors to acknowledge this amendment in their proposals. The contract entails a firm-fixed-price for health insurance coverage over multiple option years, detailing responsibilities related to claims management, invoicing, and contract administration. The contractor is tasked with maintaining sensitive employee records and ensuring timely reimbursement of claims, while also notifying the contract officer of any changes in ownership that may affect the service. Payment terms stipulate yearly invoicing, excluding advance payments, which will be processed electronically. This document signifies the U.S. government's structured approach to managing health insurance contracts, ensuring compliance and transparency in dealings with service providers.
Feb 18, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The document pertains to a solicitation for health insurance coverage for locally employed staff under Solicitation No. 19GE5025R0010. It outlines a price proposal structure across multiple years—specifically a base year and four option years—detailing different coverage types: Employee Only, Employee Plus One, and Family Coverage. For each coverage type, it specifies quantities per month, ranging from 2 to 15 employees, across a total of five contract line item numbers (CLINs) for each year. The structure follows a sequential pattern for each year, indicating the same coverage types and quantities. It notes that the number of employees is an estimate based on the current situation. The document lacks specific cost estimates, indicated by placeholder amounts of 0.00, affirming that detailed pricing will follow based on proposed rates. Overall, the purpose is to procure a health insurance plan for staff, reflecting an important aspect of employee welfare in government operations. This aligns with the context of government requests for proposals (RFPs) for essential services aimed at ensuring well-being and compliance with employment regulations.
Feb 18, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The document serves as a contract information sheet for offerors responding to government RFPs. It requires details on a minimum of three to a maximum of five prior contracts, emphasizing experience and past performance relevant to the project covered in the solicitation. Key fields include the offeror's name, contract title, contact locations, contract numbers, and project owner's information for performance evaluation. Offerors must indicate their role, whether as a prime contractor or joint venture partner, specifying the percentage of work completed in a joint venture. A critical section involves providing a detailed description of past contracts, highlighting services similar to the current solicitation to demonstrate relevancy. This structured approach aids evaluators in assessing qualifications and experience, thereby determining an offeror's suitability for the contract opportunity.
Feb 18, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The government file outlines the roles and guidelines associated with federal and state RFPs and grants aimed at enhancing local community services. It emphasizes the importance of equitable allocation of funds for various public projects, targeting sectors such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure. The document details the application process, eligibility criteria, and evaluation metrics utilized to assess proposals. Moreover, it stresses compliance with federal regulations to ensure transparency and accountability in the disbursement of financial resources. Collaboration among local entities and stakeholders is encouraged to foster innovative solutions that align with community needs. The overarching aim is to improve public welfare through strategic investment and responsible management of grants. This summary encapsulates the essence of the comprehensive framework governing the issuance and management of government financial assistance initiatives.
Feb 18, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The document presents employee statistics as of July 10, 2024, focused on various demographics within a workforce. It includes three main sections: employee distribution by gender within specific age ranges, spouse demographics by gender and age, and dependent children statistics by gender and age groups. The employee statistics show a total of 22 employees, evenly split by gender, with the highest concentrations in the 35-45 age range for females (6) and a slight majority of males in the 46-55 and above categories. Spouses exhibit a similar distribution, with 4 females and 3 males at corresponding age ranges. In terms of dependents, there are 17 children, predominantly male (12) in the 0-10 age group, with a slight female majority (4) among those aged 11-18. This document's purpose is likely to support federal RFPs or grant applications by providing a demographic analysis relevant for assessing workforce diversity and family support systems, which can be critical in funding decisions and program eligibility evaluations at federal and local levels.
Feb 18, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The document provides a detailed account of claims data for health insurance spanning the years 2020 to 2024 for multiple policies (indicated by policy numbers). It presents yearly claims amounts and cumulative totals in a tabular format, showing significant fluctuations across policies and reporting periods. Each policy highlights the financial impacts of various claims, some of which are quite substantial, like one totaling approximately $282,494.77 over the recording period. The cumulative totals indicate that claims can reveal trends in health care costs and may inform future funding or policy decisions. Additionally, analyzing the varied claim amounts raises considerations pertinent to the government's objectives in funding and managing health insurance. The compilation of this data is vital for enhancing transparency and accountability in healthcare expenditures, essential for state and federal RFPs and grants evaluation processes aimed at improving public health outcomes. Overall, the document emphasizes the complexities of healthcare claims, underscoring the importance of managing health insurance costs efficiently.
Feb 18, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) for health insurance services for locally employed staff and their dependents at the U.S. Consulate in Willemstad, Curacao, referenced as Solicitation No. 19GE5025R0010. The contract is structured as a Firm-Fixed Price contract, consisting of a base year and four option years. Proposals must include pricing, past performance, and adhere to stated technical requirements, ensuring the minimum benefits requested are offered. Key components of the proposal include a detailed management plan demonstrating understanding of required services, evidence of the company’s financial and operational capacity, and a list of relevant past contracts showcasing experience. Submissions will follow a two-volume format: Volume 1 includes the price proposal, while Volume 2 covers the technical proposal. The evaluation will focus on the Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria, where completeness and technical acceptability are pivotal. The deadline for proposal submission is February 17, 2025, with pre-proposal inquiries accepted until January 31, 2025. The document emphasizes the government's binding authority and a clear process for contract execution and oversight.
Nov 20, 2024, 2:13 PM UTC
The US Consulate General in Frankfurt has issued a pre-solicitation notice for a Request for Proposal (RFP) concerning health insurance for locally employed staff at the U.S. Consulate General in Willemstad, Curacao. This RFP aims to establish an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, set to include one Base year plus four Option years, throughout calendar year 2025. The solicitation is expected to be released in December 2023 and will be accessible exclusively in English via www.sam.gov under the solicitation number 19GE5025R0010. Compliance with U.S. federal procurement laws will govern the solicitation and contract award. To be eligible, offerors must register in the US System for Award Management (SAM) database, with registration details available on SAM’s website or through the Federal Service Desk. The responsible Contract Specialist for this initiative is Ms. Ielyzaveta Ishchenko, who can be contacted via email for further inquiries. This notice underscores the U.S. Government's ongoing procurement efforts to provide necessary services to its overseas personnel while adhering to regulatory frameworks.
Feb 18, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The RFP No. 19GE5025R0010 issued by the U.S. Consulate in Willemstad, Curacao, seeks proposals for health insurance for locally employed staff. A virtual pre-proposal meeting was held on January 27, 2025. Interested parties must refer to the solicitation document for specific performance metrics, scope of work, and evaluation factors. Notably, the unique healthcare needs of employees in Curaçao necessitate plans that include local and international medical treatment options. Clarifications were provided on employee counts, insurance claims data, and average insured member figures for the past five years, emphasizing the total insured members are 47. Brokers can apply, but proposals must demonstrate proper licensing and business operations in Curacao. The plan sponsor is the U.S. Consulate, with an incumbent contractor currently in place. The document reflects the standard practices for transparency and fair competition in federal government RFPs, ensuring that proposals must meet specific eligibility and operational criteria while addressing the health care needs of employees in an international context.
Feb 18, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a solicitation for health insurance services for Locally Employed Staff (LE Staff) and their dependents at the U.S. Embassy in Willemstad, Curacao, under solicitation number 19GE5025R0010. The contract type is fixed-price, with annual pricing adjustments based on claims experience. Key components of the insurance coverage include hospitalization, emergency services, outpatient care, prescription drugs, and various specialized medical treatments, each with specified coverage levels. The contractor is required to provide comprehensive benefits and adhere to established quality assurance standards, including timely claims processing and regular report submissions. The document also specifies contractor responsibilities, eligibility criteria for LE Staff, and includes administrative requirements such as maintaining confidentiality of personal information and compliance with local laws. Overall, this contract aims to ensure adequate healthcare provisions for embassy staff, aligning with U.S. government procurement practices.
Feb 18, 2025, 4:05 PM UTC
The U.S. Consulate General's Regional Procurement Support Office in Frankfurt is soliciting proposals for Locally Employed Staff Health Insurance for the U.S. Consulate in Willemstad, Curacao. Proposals must be submitted electronically by February 17, 2025, and will be accepted only in Microsoft Word, PDF, or specific Excel formats, with a maximum email size of 50MB. A virtual Pre-Proposal conference will take place on January 27, 2025, requiring prior registration by January 26, 2025. Interested parties must contact the contracting officer, Ms. Ielyzaveta Ishchenko, for queries and clarifications before January 31, 2025. Important compliance matters include having an active SAM registration and submitting all requested forms and documents as outlined in the solicitation. Late submissions will not be accepted, and the Contracting Officer may reject proposals that significantly deviate from the instructions or choose to award the contract based on initial offers. The communication and award documents will be conducted in English, emphasizing thorough understanding and adherence to the proposal guidelines.
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