Defense Base Act (DBA) Insurance Supply

The contract seeks provision of Defense Base Act insurance coverage for contractor personnel performing work at the U.S. Embassy in Oslo, ensuring full compliance with all applicable U.S. Department of Labor regulations. Coverage must extend to all personnel engaged in support activities under the embassy’s contract, with specific attention to geographic waivers necessary for operations in Norway and any associated locations where personnel may be deployed. The insurance must meet federal standards for workers’ compensation, medical benefits, and disability payments, as mandated under the DBA, and must account for local legal and logistical considerations unique to the Norwegian operating environment. Submission of proposals is required by July 24, 2026, and the contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 524210, indicating it falls within the insurance carriers sector. The contracting activity is led by the U.S. Department of State through the U.S. Embassy Oslo, with performance occurring exclusively in Oslo, Norway. All bidders must demonstrate proven experience in providing DBA coverage for overseas U.S. government operations, including the ability to secure and maintain required geographic waivers, and must show readiness to comply with federal reporting, audit, and claims administration obligations tied to DBA enforcement.