FY26-Expert-Board-Reviews-01
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 United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Risk Management Agency (RMA), is conducting market research to identify qualified private sector entities for addition to a general pool of Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs). These entities will provide expert actuarial and underwriting reviews for the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation (FCIC) to ensure independent oversight of insurance policies and plans. Responses are due September 30, 2026.
Scope of Work
Selected sources will serve as independent reviewers for insurance policies, plans, and related modifications. Key activities include:
- Conducting actuarial services and loss adjustment reviews.
- Evaluating rating plans of insurance.
- Providing technical expertise to avoid duplication of services by the Federal Government.
- Ensuring compliance with the Federal Crop Insurance Act (7 U.S.C. 1501 et. seq.).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (for future BPA pool inclusion).
- Duration: This notice identifies potential sources for the FY26 pool; no specific work is currently assigned.
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage; all business sizes encouraged to respond).
- Response Due: September 30, 2026, at 6:00 PM EST.
- Published: February 11, 2026.
Evaluation
Interested parties must demonstrate technical competence as either an Actuary (e.g., CAS membership or 10-15 years of specific experience) or an Underwriter (e.g., 10-15 years of experience or a relevant Ph.D. with post-doctoral work). The FCIC Board will determine the need to add sources to the pool based on these statutory requirements.
Additional Notes
This is not a solicitation for a contract. Responses will be used for planning purposes only. All proprietary information should be clearly marked.