SOLICITAION_QUESTIONS.pdf

Question 3: As per Section C of the tender, we will not be able to include cover for AIDS/HIV. Please advise if this will preclude us from being considered?

Response 3: As per section C, specifically C.1.1.4, of the Solicitation the contractor shall insure that health care under this contract does not exclude HIV / AIDS care. Proposals not providing this benefit will not be considered technically acceptable.

Question 4: Usually Companies do not offer premium rates on a weekly or bi weekly basis. Monthly, quarterly, semi-annually and annually only. The former three modes attract a premium loading?

Response 4: You should provide the premium rates on a Bi-Weekly rates as per section B B.2

Question 5: Usually Medical Insurance contracts are written on an annual basis. The Solicitation asks for 5 years contract. Would you consider a 2 or 3 year deal?

Response 5: The total potential duration of this contract is Five year, one Base period and Four option years. The government will award the contract for one year (Base period) including the possibility of the government to exercise any options.

Question 6: We require a full copy of the current TOB as issued by the current medical insurer provider in order for us to see what benefits and financial limits are included within the claim experience. Will you be able to provide that?

Response 6: Please utilize the information available in the solicitation for proposal. No additional details will be made available during the solicitation phase.

Question 7: Please confirm the nature of the occupations of the employees to be insured – are they are all office/admin based or are these any involved in military duties?

Response 7: Yes, the Employees are all office/admin based.