Health and Life Insurance service for LE staff

The U.S. Embassy in Albania issued Request for Proposals (RFP) 19AL6026R0001 for locally employed staff health and life insurance coverage. The U.S. Government intends to award a fixed-price contract to the responsible company offering the lowest acceptable price, with potential discussions. A pre-proposal conference will be held on May 20, 2026, at 10:00 local time. Proposals are due by June 8, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. local time, and must be submitted electronically in English as a PDF. Required documents include SF-33, Pricing Schedule, Representations and Certifications, IRS Form W-14, and proof of SAM Registration. The contract covers health and life insurance for employees in Albania, with specific benefits and exclusions outlined, including minimum coverage percentages for various health services and a life insurance benefit of 24 to 30 times the monthly basic salary depending on the cause of death. The contract includes a base year and four one-year options, with an additional six-month extension option. The U.S. Government contributes 90% to health insurance premiums, with employees paying 10%. Administrative retention amounts are fixed and not subject to adjustment. Economic price adjustments for premiums are possible based on experience ratings or changes in host government laws. Eligible participants are U.S. Government employees in Albania under the Local Compensation Plan, with specific provisions for dependents and certain contractors under riders. The contractor must provide brochures in Albanian and English detailing benefits.