19PK33-25-R-7027 -- Life Insurance Services for Locally Employed Staff (LES) at U.S. Mission, Pakistan
ID: 19PK33-25-R-7027Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Direct Life Insurance Carriers (524113)

PSC

SOCIAL- GOVERNMENT LIFE INSURANCE PROGRAMS (G006)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8a1d62f5bb8f4edfb16cef69d12c5065/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of State is soliciting proposals for group life insurance services for its locally employed staff (LES) at the U.S. Mission in Pakistan, specifically in Islamabad, Peshawar, Lahore, and Karachi. The contract aims to provide comprehensive life insurance coverage, including protection against natural and accidental deaths, as well as disability benefits, through an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract structure. This insurance is crucial for ensuring the welfare of U.S. government employees stationed in Pakistan, aligning with local practices while adhering to federal regulations. Interested contractors should note that the contract will span a base year with four optional extension years, and all proposals must exclude Value Added Tax (VAT) due to the embassy's tax exemption status. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Jimmy Don Canada at Islamabad-GSO-Contracting@state.gov or Muhammad F Niaz at NiazMF@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jimmy Don Canada
    92512015643
    92512338103
    Islamabad-GSO-Contracting@state.gov
    Muhammad F Niaz
    92512015752
    92512338103
    NiazMF@state.gov
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    19PK3325R7027 Life Insurance Services.pdf
    The document is a solicitation for a Group Life Insurance contract issued by the U.S. Embassy in Islamabad, Pakistan. The purpose of this Request for Proposal (RFP) is to secure comprehensive life insurance coverage for U.S. government employees stationed in Pakistan, including protection for natural and accidental deaths, disability, and related services. The contract will span a base year with four optional extension years, with minimum order quantities and total capping of funds outlined. Key details include the provision that all costs associated with the insurance must not include Value Added Tax (VAT) as the U.S. Embassy will procure a tax exemption certificate. The insurance coverage will be aligned with locally prevailing practices, with specific guidelines regarding eligibility for employees, claim processing, and necessary reports for the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). The document emphasizes the importance of compliance with federal regulations, outlining the contractor's responsibilities for managing claims, maintaining confidentiality, and meeting performance standards. Additionally, mechanisms for addressing erroneous payments and the obligations regarding safety standards for contractor employees are detailed. Overall, the document serves as a comprehensive framework for procuring insurances that align with both local practices and federal requirements.
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