50015-260520A-1.pdf

This document is a responses to bidder inquiries file related to Southeastern Louisiana University's Invitation to Bid for a Sickness and Accidental Health Insurance Plan for International Students. The university seeks comprehensive health insurance coverage for F-1 non-immigrant international students, non-F-1 Intensive English Program students, and J-1 Exchange Visitors, with an effective period of August 12, 2026 through August 11, 2027. The plan must meet F-1/J-1 visa requirements rather than specifically requiring ACA-compliant coverage, unless offered as an alternative. Approximately 175 international students under age 25 are expected to be covered in 2026-2027, with pricing to be quoted on a per-student basis for fall, spring, and summer semesters. Separate rates are required for student-only coverage and dependent coverage options including student and spouse, student with spouse and children, and student with children only. The fax inquiry deadline was May 7, 2026, with sealed bids required by 4:00 p.m. Central Time on May 20, 2026, and the bid opening to occur at the university's Purchasing Department in Hammond, Louisiana. The contract term is one year with the university retaining the right to extend for four additional one-year periods at the same prices, terms, and conditions.

Waiver criteria specified that all acceptable insurance plans must include a policy minimum of $100,000 per Accident and Sickness, minimum $25,000 benefit for Repatriation Coverage, minimum $50,000 benefit for Medical Evacuation Coverage, and a maximum deductible of $500. The plan's network requirements mandate inclusion of North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond and LSUHSC-Lallie Kemp Medical Center in Independence. Bidders must demonstrate a Best's Key Rating Guide rating of A- or better and evidence of successful operation at other universities for at least five years. Historical enrollment data indicates 57-91 F-1 students per fall semester, 48-67 per spring semester, and 14-30 per summer semester, with annual premiums ranging from $50,330 to $69,978 over the past three years. All pricing must include transportation and handling costs on an FOB Hammond, Louisiana basis with firm pricing guarantees for the entire contract term. Payment terms are net 30 days following invoice receipt or delivery, and Southeastern Louisiana University is exempt from state and local sales taxes. No incumbent vendors or set-asides for disadvantaged enterprises are identified, and contract funding is subject to continued appropriation by the Louisiana State Legislature.