Amendment of the Health Insurance solicitation
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Department of State, US Embassy Abidjan, has issued a Special Notice serving as an Amendment to the Health Insurance solicitation (191V1026R0001). This amendment provides comprehensive answers to questions submitted by potential bidders, clarifying critical aspects of the solicitation. This opportunity is designated as an 8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) for Government Health Insurance Programs (G007) in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire. Proposals are due by July 3, 2026, at 4:00 PM GMT.
Purpose of Amendment
This modification aims to provide transparency and essential details to potential bidders by addressing their inquiries regarding the health and life insurance solicitation. The clarifications cover various aspects from financial requirements to contract structure and submission guidelines.
Key Clarifications
- Currency: Offers must be submitted in local currency (FCFA).
- Premium Rates: Bidders are responsible for their pricing and can choose to maintain or change premium rates for option years.
- Eligible Population: Estimated at 298 employees and approximately 902 eligible dependents. Life insurance applies only to active employees.
- Contract Duration: The contract includes a one-year base period and up to four one-year option periods.
- Proposal Submission: All proposals must be in English, with only one (1) sealed original copy required.
- Contract Type: This is a firm fixed-price contract with Economic Price Adjustment (EPA) provisions.
- Financial Offer Details: Life insurance financial offers must be submitted bi-weekly per thousand of salary. The death benefit is 1x annual basic salary for natural death and 1.3x for accidental death/dismemberment.
- Arrangement Type: The Embassy utilizes a conventional, fully insured premium arrangement where the U.S. Government pays 90% and employees pay 10%.
- Minimum Operational Age: No minimum required, provided financial capability and past performance criteria are met.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price with EPA
- Duration: 1-year base + 4 one-year options
- Set-Aside: 8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8)
- Response Due: July 3, 2026, 4:00 PM GMT
- Published: June 12, 2026
- Place of Performance: Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire
Contact Information
- Primary: Rindala Wagner (Wagnerr@state.gov, 2252722494133)
- Secondary: Assy-Traore Bintou (traorebx@state.gov, 2252722494390)