DBA Insurance Rate Agreement

This contract establishes a rate agreement with an insurer to provide Workers’ Compensation Insurance as mandated by the Defense Base Act (DBA) for all Department of State contracts awarded outside the continental United States. The DBA requires federal contractors and subcontractors operating abroad to secure workers’ compensation coverage equivalent to domestic standards, particularly for injuries or deaths caused by war-related hazards. The U.S. Government reimburses insurance providers for claims arising from such war hazards, as stipulated under the War Hazards Compensation Act. Additionally, contracting officers are required to include DBA insurance in contracts under the Foreign Assistance Act unless a waiver is granted by the Secretary of Labor. The solicitation, titled "DBA Insurance Rate Agreement," was posted on June 11, 2026, with a response deadline of July 31, 2026, and is managed by the Department of State’s Acquisitions - Aqm Momentum office in Washington, D.C. This procurement falls under NAICS code 522220, which pertains to insurance agencies and brokerages. It has no set-aside designation, indicating it is open to all eligible contractors. The primary point of contact for this opportunity is the AE Contracting Team, reachable via email. The contract scope and performance location are centered in Washington, D.C., aligning with the administrative nature of the agreement.