Global Medical Coverage, Life and Disability Insurance
ID: 19CA5226R0001Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUSEMBASSY OTTAWAWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

NAICS

Direct Health and Medical Insurance Carriers (524114)

PSC

SOCIAL- NON-GOVERNMENT INSURANCE PROGRAMS (G009)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/7124721bc8734a45a60b9f919abfb264/view
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    The Department of State, through the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa, is seeking qualified contractors to provide Global Medical Coverage, Life, and Disability Insurance services for locally hired employees of the U.S. Diplomatic Mission in Canada. The contract will cover an estimated number of employees and their eligible dependents, with the solicitation expected to be issued on www.SAM.gov when ready. This procurement is crucial for ensuring comprehensive health and life insurance coverage for U.S. personnel abroad, enhancing their welfare and security. Interested vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and can direct inquiries to the Contracting Officer at ContractsOttawa@state.gov or by phone at 613-688-5250, with the anticipated performance period including a base year and four optional years.

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