U.S. Embassy Iraq LES Global Medical Coverage (GMC) Health Insurance Services
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 U.S. Embassy in Amman, Jordan (Regional Support Unit) is soliciting proposals for Global Medical Coverage (GMC) Health Insurance Services for Locally Employed Staff (LES) in Iraq. This is a Firm Fixed-Price contract with options. Proposals are due by February 08, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation (RFP 19RC1126R0002) seeks off-the-shelf health insurance plans for U.S. Mission Iraq locally employed staff and their eligible dependents. Key requirements include:
- Meeting minimum benefit levels as described in Section C.
- Providing benefit brochures in English, Arabic, and Kurdish.
- Demonstrating licensure/certification/accreditation by the government of Iraq or another government to provide health insurance.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price with economic price adjustment requirements.
- Duration: One base year, four one-year options to renew, plus an additional 6-month extension option.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Proposal Due: February 08, 2026, at 16:00 Amman local time.
- Published: January 07, 2026.
- Questions Due: January 21, 2026, at 16:00 Amman local time.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted electronically to RSU-Amman-Contracts@state.gov in MS-Word, MS-Excel, or PDF format (max 30MB per email). Key submission requirements include SF-33, Section B (Pricing Schedule), Section K (Representations and Certifications), IRS Form W-14, and proof of SAM registration. Evaluation will be based on technical acceptability, price, and responsibility determination. Award will be made to the lowest priced, technically acceptable, responsible offeror.
Additional Notes
Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at the time of proposal submission. Payments are subject to a 2% excise tax unless an exemption applies; the U.S. Embassy has a tax exemption certificate, so VAT will not be reimbursed.