The US Navy Bahrain requires Health Insurance coverage for Local National Employees (LN).
ID: BGINSURANCE-RF1Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSUP FLC BAHRAINFPO, AE, 09834-0001, USA

NAICS

Direct Health and Medical Insurance Carriers (524114)

PSC

SOCIAL- GOVERNMENT HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAMS (G007)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9623345992b3404086aa9dff559a7698/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Supply Fleet Logistics Center Bahrain, is seeking qualified contractors to provide health insurance coverage for approximately 920 Local National Employees (LN) in Bahrain. The procurement aims to secure comprehensive health insurance services that include full coverage for hospitalization, major surgeries, outpatient care, maternity services, and chronic illness treatment, while adhering to local laws and regulations. This initiative is crucial for ensuring the well-being of U.S. Navy personnel and their families stationed in Bahrain. Interested vendors must submit their responses by 2:00 PM local Bahrain time on September 25, 2024, and are required to register in the System for Award Management (SAM) and the Joint Contingency Contracting System (JCCS) to qualify for the contract. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Priya Rathnakara at priya.rathnakara.ln@us.navy.mil or Edith Fuentes at edilberta.y.fuentes.ln@us.navy.mil.

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    Doing Business with NAVSUP FLC Bahrain.pdf
    The document serves as a guide for vendors looking to do business with NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Bahrain. It outlines the necessary steps for registration, emphasizing the importance of identifying relevant Product and Service Codes (PSC) and North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes for products or services offered. Vendors must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) to conduct business, and also in the Joint Contingency Contracting System (JCCS) to gain eligibility for awards. Essential registration requirements include valid identification, tax clearance, bank statements, and compliance with NAVSEA standards for facilities offering repair services. Additionally, the document provides information on searching for business opportunities through EuroNECO and Contract Opportunities modules on SAM.gov. Overall, the guide is aimed at facilitating the procurement process and ensuring compliance with federal contracting requirements, thereby supporting the navigation of RFPs at various governmental levels.
    PWS BG Healthcare Insurance - RFI.pdf
    The document outlines the Performance Work Statement (PWS) for Health Insurance Services required by the U.S. Government for its Bahraini Grade employees in Bahrain. The contractor is responsible for providing comprehensive health insurance coverage that aligns with local practices and includes 100% coverage for hospitalization, major surgeries, medical services (inpatient and outpatient), maternity care, dental and optical services, and treatment for chronic illnesses. There are specific limitations on coverage, excluding elective cosmetic procedures and expenses related to unlawful actions. Eligible employees are those funded by Naval Support Activity Bahrain, and enrollment begins upon contract award. The contractor must establish an online system for employees to track benefits and manage claims. Key requirements also include a detailed reporting structure for employee enrollment and claims processing, with procedures and timelines for acknowledgment and reimbursement clearly defined. The document emphasizes the importance of compliance with local laws and regulations as well as maintaining high standards of conduct by the contractor's employees. Overall, the PWS aims to facilitate the provision of adequate healthcare for employees while ensuring accountability and transparency in claims management.
    RFI (updated).pdf
    The document is a Request for Information (RFI) from Naval Support Activity Bahrain, aimed at gathering market insights regarding healthcare insurance premiums for approximately 920 U.S. Navy employees located in Bahrain. The RFI outlines specific healthcare coverage requirements, including full coverage for semi-private rooms, inpatient and outpatient care, prescription medication, and maternity care, among others. It requests interested contractors to provide pricing details, including a breakdown of costs over a specified base year and optional years, while emphasizing that submission costs are not reimbursed. Interested entities must be registered in the System Award Management (SAM) and the Joint Contingency Contracting System (JCCS) to qualify for federal contracts. The request for information must be submitted electronically by September 25, 2024, detailing monthly premiums and confirming registration statuses. This RFI is crucial for devising a procurement strategy for future healthcare insurance contract awards for local national employees and highlights the importance of compliance with federal requirements for contractors. Overall, the document serves as a preliminary step in establishing a competitive contracting process for healthcare services for U.S. Navy personnel in Bahrain.
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