Intent to Award - Other than Full and Open Competition

Amendment / Modification

This document is a Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition to approve a six (6) month extension of contract 19N10221D0001 for health insurance services.

• Section 2: Nature and/or Description of the Action Being Approved: Approval for a six (6) month extension of contract 19N10221D0001 for health insurance services from May 18, 2026, to November 17, 2026, pursuant to FAR 52.217-8, Option to Extend Services.
• Section 3: Description of Supplies/Services Required to Meet the Agency's Needs: The contract provides comprehensive Group Medical Coverage (GMC) health insurance services for approximately 929 Locally Employed (LE) Staff members and their eligible dependents (approximately 2,993 total covered individuals) at the U.S. Embassy in Abuja and the U.S. Consulate in Lagos. The purpose of the modification is to ensure continuity of critical services while a competitive follow-on acquisition is processed.
• Estimated Value: The estimated value for the additional period of performance is Naira 706,413,194.50 ($523,269.03).
• Section 4: Identification of the Statutory Authority Permitting Other Than Full and Open Competition: Authority of 41 USC 3304, as implemented by FAR 6.103 and substantiated by FAR 6.103-2 (Unusual and compelling urgency).
• Section 5: Demonstration that the Proposed Contractor's Unique Qualifications or the Nature of the Acquisition Requires Use of the Authority Cited: The incumbent contractor, Axa Mansard, is uniquely positioned to provide uninterrupted coverage due to their established network and systems, avoiding disruption during the transition to a new provider.
• Section 7: Determination by the Contracting Officer that the Anticipated Cost to the Government is Fair and Reasonable: The anticipated cost is determined to be fair and reasonable, consistent with rates established under the current contract and aligned with prevailing commercial pricing.
• Section 8: Description of the Market Research Conducted: Market research identified multiple qualified providers but confirmed that a structured procurement process cannot be completed within the timeframe needed to prevent a lapse in coverage. Therefore, using the incumbent contractor is necessary for continuity.
• Section 9: Any Other Facts Supporting the Use of Other Than Full and Open Competition: The current contract includes FAR 52.217-8, Option to Extend Services, and this action exercises that provision to maintain continuity during the follow-on competitive acquisition.

This document does not directly impact proposal submissions for a new solicitation but explains the necessity for an extension of the current contract to maintain services during the ongoing competitive procurement process for a follow-on contract.