6515--Pharmacy Pyxis Upgrade & Additions
ID: 36C26324Q1136Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 23 (36C263)Saint Paul, MN, 55101, USA

NAICS

Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)

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https://sam.gov/opp/9a2b398ed2b84d15b357f73d75397ed2/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting quotes for a Pharmacy Pyxis Upgrade and Additions to enhance operations at the VA Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care System. This procurement aims to improve decentralized medication delivery and address operational inefficiencies, including significant losses in medication doses. The selected contractor will be responsible for the installation of necessary equipment, networking, and software upgrades, ensuring compliance with VA regulations and safety standards. Quotes are due by 1:00 PM CST on September 10, 2024, with technical questions accepted until 5:00 PM CST on September 7, 2024. Interested vendors must submit their quotes via email to Contract Specialist Emanuel Nevarez at emanuel.nevarez@va.gov.

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    Emanuel NevarezContract Specialist
    (320) 255-6354
    emanuel.nevarez@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is soliciting quotes for a Pharmacy Pyxis Upgrade and Additions to support the VA Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care System. The solicitation, numbered 36C26324Q1136, is prepared under FAR Part 13 and is open to all responsible contractors registered in the System for Award Management (SAM). The procurement, categorized under NAICS code 339112, anticipates awarding a firm fixed-price contract for the required upgrades. Quotes are due by 1:00 PM CST on September 10, 2024, with technical questions accepted via email until 5:00 PM CST on September 7, 2024. Interested vendors must submit their quotes via email. The solicitation indicates that standard FAR provisions and clauses apply, and necessary details are outlined in the attached solicitation document. The inclusion of recovery act funds is noted as "No," and the scope of work focuses on enhancing pharmacy operations at the VA facility. This announcement reflects the government's ongoing efforts to improve healthcare services for veterans through necessary equipment upgrades.
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    The document outlines a solicitation for upgrading the pharmacy Pyxis systems at the VA Nebraska-Western Iowa Health Care System. The purpose is to enhance decentralized medication delivery, aligning with national high alert directives and addressing previous operational waste, such as over $100,000 in missing doses in FY23. The procurement includes installation of necessary equipment, networking, and software upgrades by a certified contractor with two years of relevant experience. Key components involve project management, coordination, and integration with existing services. Contractors must comply with VA regulations, ensure safety, and provide appropriate insurance while performing on-site. The total contract duration is from September 13, 2024, to December 13, 2024, with specified pricing for various items, including monthly support fees. This initiative reflects the VA's commitment to improving patient care through efficient medication management, emphasizing safety and compliance in the contractor's operations.
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