Planning

CS: Healthcare and Benefits Broker Services for the British Embassy in Washington and US Network

FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE

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Planning

21 May 2026 at 16:56

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office in London is in the planning stage of a public procurement process seeking a provider for Healthcare and Benefits Broker Services for the British Embassy in Washington and its US network. The procurement covers a contract estimated at £438,800 and targets services related to insurance brokerage and health insurance, set to begin on 1 November 2026, with an initial five-year term and potential extension to 2033. Preliminary Market Engagement invites interested suppliers to register their interest by 4 June 2026 to shape the upcoming procurement strategy, though participation in this engagement is not mandatory for future stages.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities for firms experienced in insurance brokerage and health insurance services, particularly those familiar with the US insurance market and capable of offering strategic advisory and brokerage support. Ideal candidates will possess strong account management skills and the ability to navigate federal and state regulations, ensuring competitive, compliant, and cost-effective solutions for the Embassy's insurance needs. Businesses with robust experience in policy administration, renewal management, and offering reliable, data-driven consultancy services are well-suited to compete for this contract, which supports over 550 staff members across the United States.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CS: Healthcare and Benefits Broker Services for the British Embassy in Washington and US Network

Notice Description

The British Embassy in Washington is seeking a suitably qualified provider to deliver comprehensive brokerage services in support of its health and welfare benefits programmes for country-based staff across the United States Network. The Network comprises the Embassy in Washington DC, the UK Mission to the United Nations in New York, eight Consulates and four Trade Offices across 13 states, employing over 550 country-based staff. The appointed supplier will be responsible for the administration and ongoing support of the Network's health and life benefit plans, including medical insurance (currently self-funded), dental and vision insurance, and life and disability programmes. In addition, the supplier will provide strategic advisory services to support the design, development and continuous improvement of the benefits offering. This includes market benchmarking, cost analysis, and recommending solutions to ensure the provision remains competitive, compliant, and value for money. The supplier will be expected to lead engagement with the insurance market, including identifying suitable providers, managing competitive placement processes, and negotiating renewal terms. The role will also include ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, providing guidance on regulatory requirements, and supporting governance and reporting obligations. Ongoing services will include policy administration, renewal management, claims support, handling member enquiries, and providing timely, professional advice throughout the policy lifecycle. A strong understanding of the US insurance market, coupled with proactive account management and the ability to deliver a high-quality, reliable and data-driven service tailored to the Embassy's operational needs, will be essential. The contract is expected to have an initial term of five (5) years, with the option to extend for a further two (2) years.

Planning Information

Preliminary Market Engagement will be undertaken via email. Interested suppliers are invited to register their interest by contacting AME.Procurement2@fcdo.gov.uk no later than 4 June 2026. Suppliers should provide a brief company profile and relevant organisational details, including business registration, address, key contacts, years of operation, and relevant experience. Suppliers may also indicate their intention to register on the Jaggaer e‑procurement platform to participate in the forthcoming procurement. This engagement is limited in scope and is intended solely to inform the Authority’s understanding of supplier capability and market conditions. No formal engagement events will be held as part of this process. Suppliers may submit clarification questions via email. Information gathered through this engagement will be used to inform and refine the Authority’s procurement approach. Participation in this Preliminary Market Engagement does not constitute a commitment to participate in any subsequent procurement process, nor does it confer any advantage or guarantee inclusion in future stages.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a00f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047426-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

66 - Financial and insurance services

CPV Codes

66512200 - Health insurance services

66518100 - Insurance brokerage services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£438,800 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 May 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jul 20262 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Nov 2026 - 31 Oct 2031 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
FOREIGN, COMMONWEALTH AND DEVELOPMENT OFFICE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
SW1A 2AH
Post Town
South West London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI35 Westminster and City of London
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Westminster
Electoral Ward
St James's
Westminster Constituency
Cities of London and Westminster

Further Information

Notice Documents

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