International Student Health Insurance

St. Mary's College of Maryland (SMCM) is seeking a qualified health insurance provider to supply comprehensive international student health insurance coverage. The procurement focuses on securing policies to protect approximately 3-10 incoming international students annually who are traveling to the United States from overseas. The primary objective is to obtain a robust health insurance solution that meets the specific medical and travel-related needs of international students studying at the institution. Key deliverables include a comprehensive health insurance policy that provides adequate medical coverage, emergency services, and potential repatriation benefits. The contract opportunity, identified by State Local Contract Opportunity ID 67b7359b630c26e4a0019a9e, was posted on February 18, 2025, with proposals due by March 10, 2025. Potential vendors must demonstrate extensive experience in providing international student health insurance, with a clear understanding of the unique healthcare requirements for students studying abroad.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly stated in the provided documentation, interested vendors should be prepared to comply with standard higher education and state procurement requirements. The contract appears to be open to qualified insurance providers with demonstrated expertise in international student health coverage. No incumbent vendor information was provided in the original solicitation. The potential award value is not precisely defined, but the scope suggests a relatively modest contract given the small student population (3-10 international students per year). Vendors will likely need to provide competitive pricing structures that balance comprehensive coverage with cost-effectiveness for the institution. Interested insurance providers should carefully review all requirements and be prepared to submit detailed proposals that demonstrate their ability to meet the specific healthcare needs of international students at St. Mary's College of Maryland.