Q517--Intent to Sole Source Fill First Pharmacy Services
ID: 36C24625Q0398Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF246-NETWORK CONTRACTING OFFICE 6 (36C246)HAMPTON, VA, 23667, USA

NAICS

Pharmacy Benefit Management and Other Third Party Administration of Insurance and Pension Funds (524292)

PSC

MEDICAL- PHARMACOLOGY (Q517)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/47eed680c6374a7a9752aca235af23e8/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Plisade-Heritage JV LLC for Fill First Pharmacy Services at the Salem Veterans Medical Center and its associated community-based outpatient clinics in Virginia. This procurement aims to provide first fill pharmacy services to VA beneficiaries, justified under VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) 819.7008, which permits sourcing from a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). The contract, valued at approximately $45.5 million under NAICS code 524292, underscores the VA's commitment to delivering essential pharmaceutical services to veterans. Interested parties may submit written evidence of their capabilities by February 6, 2024, at 8 AM EST, with inquiries directed to Contracting Officer Byron Brown via email at Byron.Brown4@va.gov.

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    Byron BrownContracting Officer
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    Byron.Brown4@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Plisade-Heritage JV LLC for Fill First Pharmacy Services at the Salem Veterans Medical Center and associated community-based outpatient clinics in Virginia. This action is justified under VA Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) 819.7008, which allows for sourcing from a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). The contract will cover first fill services to VA beneficiaries and has an anticipated amount of $45.5 million under NAICS code 524292. This notice serves as an announcement rather than a request for competitive quotes; hence no solicitation documents will be available. Interested businesses may submit written evidence demonstrating their capability to meet the requirements, but responses are solely at the discretion of the government regarding competition. The response deadline is February 6, 2024, by 8 AM EST, and inquiries must be directed to the contracting officer via email. This document underscores the VA's commitment to providing necessary pharmaceutical services to veterans while adhering to specific regulatory provisions for sole sourcing.
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