Defense Base Act (DBA) Insurance Provider

The contract requires a provider to secure Defense Base Act insurance coverage for all contractor and subcontractor personnel engaged in the U.S. Embassy Caracas audio system replacement project. This insurance is mandatory for all individuals working on-site, ensuring compliance with federal requirements that provide workers’ compensation benefits to civilian employees working abroad under U.S. government contracts. The project is located in Caracas, Venezuela, and all personnel involved, regardless of direct or indirect employment status, must be covered under the policy to mitigate legal and financial risks associated with injury, illness, or death occurring in the course of their duties. The solicitation was posted on July 21, 2026, with a response deadline of August 20, 2026, and is classified as a subcontract under the NAICS code 524126, which pertains to insurance carriers and related activities. The contracting agency is the U.S. Department of State, operating through the U.S. Embassy in Caracas, and the requirement is specifically tied to the security and operational needs of the embassy’s infrastructure modernization efforts. Providers must demonstrate the capability to deliver comprehensive DBA coverage that meets all regulatory standards for overseas federal contracting, with no set-aside restrictions specified, making the opportunity open to qualified insurers globally.