US Embassy Sanaa

The Department of State US Embassy Sanaa is a diplomatic mission of the United States government responsible for representing American interests and maintaining diplomatic relations with Yemen. While traditionally located in Yemen's capital city of Sanaa, operations have been conducted from alternative locations since the embassy's suspension of operations in Yemen in 2015 due to security concerns and civil conflict. The mission continues to support American citizens in the region, promote bilateral relations, implement U.S. foreign policy objectives, and manage consular services despite operational challenges in the region.

The Department of State recently awarded a firm-fixed-price delivery order contract valued at $19,245.21 to Al-Nisr Al-Arabi Insurance Co. to provide medical insurance services in Saudi Arabia. The award, made on April 28, 2024, under contract number 19SA7021D0001-19SA2024F0001, continues the Department's practice of securing health coverage for diplomatic personnel and locally employed staff. This contract reflects the Department's ongoing need for insurance services to support diplomatic operations, particularly in challenging environments where personnel health and safety are paramount concerns.

Al-Nisr Al-Arabi Insurance Co. has established itself as a significant service provider for the Department of State, particularly in the Near East region. The company's track record includes multiple prime contracts and subcontracts for various insurance services including medical, life, and caretaker health insurance. Beyond this specific award, the Department has engaged the company through two major indefinite delivery vehicle contracts: a $29 million award for health and life insurance services for the U.S. Embassy in Amman, Jordan, and an $8 million IDIQ for global medical coverage insurance. These contracts collectively demonstrate the Department's substantial investment in comprehensive insurance solutions to support its diplomatic infrastructure and personnel safety abroad.