Locally Employed Staff Health Insurance
ID: 19CY6026R0001Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Direct Health and Medical Insurance Carriers (524114)

PSC

SOCIAL- GOVERNMENT HEALTH INSURANCE PROGRAMS (G007)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/2c790d812397454993e79d9b5507936f/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Embassy in Nicosia is soliciting proposals for health insurance coverage for its locally employed staff, with the contract set to commence on April 1, 2026. The Request for Proposal (RFP) seeks off-the-shelf health insurance plans that meet specified minimum benefit levels, aiming to award a fixed-price contract to the lowest-priced, acceptable, responsible bidder. The contract will cover a base year with four one-year options and a six-month extension, providing essential benefits such as hospitalization, emergency services, dental, and optical care. Proposals must be submitted both physically and electronically by January 14, 2026, at 12:00 noon, and interested parties can contact Shawn Peebles at peeblessr@state.gov or Aliki Evangelidou at NicosiaContracting@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Shawn Peebles
    35722393526
    peeblessr@state.gov
    Aliki Evangelidou
    35722393574
    NicosiaContracting@state.gov
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    19CY6026R0001 - LES Health Insurance Solicitation.pdf
    The U.S. Embassy Nicosia is soliciting proposals for health insurance coverage for its locally employed staff, effective April 1, 2026. This Request for Proposal (RFP) seeks off-the-shelf plans meeting minimum benefit levels, with the intent to award a fixed-price contract to the lowest-priced, acceptable, responsible company. The contract includes a base year and four one-year options, plus a six-month extension option. Covered benefits range from hospitalization and emergency services to dental and optical care, with specific minimum coverage percentages. The RFP details pricing, economic price adjustment mechanisms, and administrative retention amounts. It also outlines eligibility criteria for employees and dependents, excluding certain services. The contractor will manage claims, provide brochures, and submit monthly reports. Proposals are due by January 14, 2026, at 12:00 noon, submitted both physically and electronically.
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