Insurance, Property

The State of Kansas, through the Department of Administration, Procurement and Contracts, is issuing an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for property insurance coverage on behalf of the Department of Labor and Department of Commerce. The contract term is for a three-year period beginning December 1, 2024, with bids due by 2:00 PM on November 13, 2024. The required coverage includes Fire and Lightning, Extended Coverage, and Vandalism and Malicious Mischief on a blanket replacement/reconstruction cost basis at 90% of the values provided. Bidders may also submit alternate bids for "All Risk" (Special Form) coverage. The IFB provides details on the required bid format and submission process, as well as the evaluation criteria. The contract will cover property insurance for 7 government-owned buildings across Sedgwick County and Wathena City, Kansas, with a total reconstruction value of $16,423,192 and a total building value of $17,496,116.

The IFB includes standard state contracting requirements, such as compliance with the Kansas Act Against Discrimination and the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Bidders must also certify that they are not currently engaged in a boycott of goods or services from Israel or the procurement of certain telecommunications equipment or services. The IFB does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. Additionally, no information is provided on any incumbent vendors or contractors, or the expected award value or budget range for this contract opportunity.