Description
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) is seeking to provide health insurance coverage to AmeriCorps members. The required coverage must meet specific requirements, including a maximum of 364 days, renewable or extended, with minimum benefits such as physician services, hospital room and board, emergency room care, and prescription drugs. The intended single source for this procurement is Special Markets Insurance Consultants, Inc. (SMIC), which is the only company authorized by The Corps Network to offer affordable medical coverage that aligns with AmeriCorps provisions and requirements.
• The contract duration is for one year.
• The estimated dollar amount for this procurement is $254,000.
• The FDEP is utilizing federal grant funds from AmeriCorps to support its Florida Conservation Corps (FLCC) AmeriCorps program.
• The program involves 65 members who serve 1700-hour full-time terms, focusing on habitat restoration, trail accessibility improvements, environmental education, volunteer recruitment, and disaster relief.