Guatemala – Health and Life insurance contract Audit services
ID: 19GT5025Q0019Type: Solicitation
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STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFUSEMBASSY GUATEMALA CITYWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

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Administrative and Support Services (561)

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: AUDITING (R704)

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https://sam.gov/opp/29df039fdcb046d18f57708ebc2d2bc6/view
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    The U.S. Department of State is seeking qualified contractors to provide audit services for health and life insurance contracts for locally employed staff at the U.S. Embassy in Guatemala. The contractor will conduct an independent evaluation, including actuarial analysis and auditing of the insurance services provided by Seguros Universales, S.A., ensuring compliance with actuarial standards and assessing the financial management of the insurance plan. This procurement is crucial for maintaining the integrity and sustainability of the embassy's employee benefits program. Proposals must be submitted by May 5, 2025, and interested parties should contact Beau Garrett at guatemalabids@state.gov or Lorena Galdamez at GaldamezAL@state.gov for further information.

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    Beau Garrett
    50223540106
    guatemalabids@state.gov
    Lorena Galdamez
    50252058011
    GaldamezAL@state.gov
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    RFQ 19GT5025Q0019 - Healt and Life insurance contract Audit Report.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy in Guatemala has issued Request for Quotations (RFQ) number 19GT5025Q0019 for audit services related to its health and life insurance contracts for locally employed staff. Quoters must submit their proposals by May 5, 2025, and must include specific documentation, including the SF-1449 form, pricing information, a completed IRS Form W-14, and proof of registration in the System for Award Management (SAM). The contract will be awarded to the responsible company that offers the lowest acceptable price without discussions, although discussions may occur if necessary. The contractor will conduct an independent actuarial analysis and audit of the insurance services provided by Seguros Universales, S.A., evaluating the sufficiency of premiums against claims, assessing financial management, performing sensitivity analyses, and ensuring compliance with actuarial standards. Deliverables include draft and final survey reports reflecting the financial status of the insurance plan and recommendations for sustainable practices. The solicitation incorporates various federal acquisition regulations (FAR) and Department of State Acquisition Regulations (DOSAR) that govern the procurement process, emphasizing compliance and ethical conduct in service delivery.
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