Pre-solicitation notice for health insurance services for Locally-Engaged Staff (LE Staff) of the United States Mission in Pakistan

The U.S. Embassy in Pakistan plans to procure customized group health insurance coverage for Locally Engaged Staff across its Mission, including the Embassy in Islamabad and Consulates in Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, as well as employees in Quetta. This upcoming contract will cover a base year with the possibility of four additional one-year extensions, contingent on government approval. The procurement process will be competitive and open to all responsible suppliers, with the government intending to award the contract to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offeror without necessarily engaging in discussions. Offers must be submitted in hard copy, as electronic submissions will not be accepted. The contract will be a firm-fixed price type, ensuring a set cost for the services provided throughout the performance period. The solicitation is not yet released but will be posted on the Federal Business Opportunities website when available. The contract is identified by solicitation number 19PK33-18-R-5897 and falls under the NAICS code 524114, reflecting insurance-related services. Points of contact for this procurement include Chris F. Pierson and Mohammad Latif, the Procurement and Contracting LES Supervisor. The acquisition aims to provide comprehensive, tailored health insurance to support the locally engaged workforce of the U.S. Mission in Pakistan.