Locally Employed Staff Health Insurance for U. S. Embassy Harare, Zimbabwe

The Department of State Office of Acquisition Management is seeking health insurance services for Locally Employed Staff (LES) at the U.S. Embassy in Harare, Zimbabwe. The primary objective is to procure comprehensive health insurance coverage for 846 employees, encompassing a broad spectrum of medical services including hospitalization, emergency care, ambulance transport, outpatient services, obstetric and pediatric care, prescription medications, preventive services, dental coverage, mental health services, and HIV/AIDS medications. Qualified vendors must demonstrate authorization to operate in Zimbabwe, maintain current licenses and permits, and possess the capability to provide services for 5.5 years. Key requirements include System for Award Management (SAM) registration, proof of current licensure, and designation of a Project Manager with English proficiency and a minimum of two years of relevant experience. The deadline for submission of capabilities is November 17, 2025, with submissions directed to Contracting Specialist Sarah Pfannkuche via email.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation and is classified under NAICS code 524114 (Direct Health and Medical Insurance Carriers) and PSC code G007 (Social - Government Health Insurance Programs). The notice does not identify any incumbent contractors or provide specific award values or budget ranges. The contract is structured for a 5.5-year service period, representing a substantial commitment to providing health insurance coverage for the 846-member LES population at the embassy. It is important to note that this sources sought notice is exploratory in nature and does not guarantee a future contract award or bind the Department of State to any agreement with respondents, signaling that the agency is in the preliminary stages of gathering vendor capability information.