The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) National Acquisition Center is initiating a Request for Proposal (RFP 36E79724R0028) for Zolmitriptan Tablets. This procurement targets an unrestricted supply of the medication for the VA, Department of Defense, Bureau of Prisons, Indian Health Service, and Federal Health Care Center. One contract will be awarded to ensure continuous availability of the specified product, with a contract term of one year plus four optional one-year extensions. The estimated annual requirements include 28,339 blister packs of Zolmitriptan 2.5mg (6 tablets per pack) and 147,600 blister packs of Zolmitriptan 5mg (3 tablets per pack).
The solicitation will be issued electronically on or around September 5, 2024, with a submission deadline of September 19, 2024. Interested vendors must have an FDA-assigned NDC number and can check for updates or amendments on sam.gov. The primary point of contact for inquiries regarding this procurement is Contract Specialist Kenneth Lay, reachable via email at Kenneth.Lay@va.gov. The VA emphasizes the importance of reliable supply and compliance with federal procurement regulations for this pharmaceutical contract.
The document outlines a government solicitation for pharmaceutical supplies specifically focused on Zolmitriptan tablets for the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense. Key elements include contract details such as solicitation number, award date, delivery terms, and qualifications for bidders, emphasizing the requirement for prices for both the base year and four option years while ensuring compliance with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA). Offerors must submit unique National Drug Codes (NDC) for their products and demonstrate adherence to good manufacturing practices as mandated by the FDA. The solicitation also incorporates clauses related to contract terms and conditions, performance evaluations, subcontracting plans, and reporting obligations, focusing on maintaining a reliable supply chain and ensuring that products meet safety and regulatory standards. The overarching goal is to establish a consistent source for pharmaceutical needs within federal healthcare programs, seeking competitive pricing and compliance with established legal frameworks. The structure includes multiple sections detailing requirements, evaluations, and necessary documentation for potential contractors.