Q517--Pharmacy Compounding Contingency Solicitation for the Boise VA.
ID: 36C26025Q0047Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF260-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 20 (36C260)VANCOUVER, WA, 98662, USA

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Pharmacies and Drug Retailers (456110)

PSC

MEDICAL- PHARMACOLOGY (Q517)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for a Pharmacy Compounding Contingency to support the Boise Veterans Health Care System, as outlined in Solicitation Number 36C26025Q0047. The procurement involves providing hazardous pharmaceutical compounding services, specifically for chemotherapy agents, in compliance with federal and state regulations, including USP <797> standards. This contract, structured as a five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) agreement, has a minimum guarantee of $500 and a maximum value of $800,000, emphasizing the importance of timely and quality medical services for veterans. Interested parties must submit their proposals by November 20, 2024, at 1:00 PM Pacific Time, and can direct inquiries to Jose E Ronstadt at jose.ronstadt@va.gov or by phone at 360-852-9885.

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    Jose E Ronstadtjose.ronstadt@va.gov
    (360) 852-9885
    jose.ronstadt@va.gov
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    The Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Notice addresses a Pharmacy Compounding Contingency for the Boise VA. It is issued under Solicitation Number 36C26025Q0047, with a response deadline set for November 20, 2024, at 1:00 PM Pacific Time. The contracting office is located in Vancouver, WA, and further details on the requirements can be found in the specified solicitation documents, which include related attachment on chemotherapy agents. This solicitation is not funded by the Recovery Act and is classified under Product Service Code Q517 and NAICS Code 456110. Interested parties are encouraged to refer to the attached documents for a full understanding of the project scope and specifications. The notice also includes contact information for inquiries.
    The document provides a comprehensive listing of various antineoplastic drugs intended for oncology treatments, detailing their brand names, generic names, National Drug Codes (NDC), and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HCPCS) codes. Each entry includes information on drug categories, routes of administration, prices per unit for multiple ordering periods, and additional relevant specifications. The purpose of this document relates to government Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and federal grants, outlining the available chemotherapy drugs for procurement or grant allocation. The structure includes organized sections for each drug, reflecting the importance of cataloging these medications to ensure efficient distribution and accessibility in healthcare settings. This summary serves as a resource for stakeholders involved in healthcare procurement, facilitating access to critical oncology treatments in compliance with regulatory standards.
    The document outlines a Request for Proposals (RFP) by the Department of Veterans Affairs, focused on providing hazardous pharmaceutical compounding services for the Boise Veterans Health Care System. The contract is a five-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a minimum guarantee of $500 and a maximum value of $800,000 over the entire period. Contractors are expected to deliver compounded hazardous chemotherapy agents in compliance with federal and state regulations, specifically USP <797> standards. Orders are to be submitted daily for the next day's treatment, requiring timely delivery by 9:00 am MST. Primary duties include sourcing and aseptically compounding chemotherapy agents per individual patient needs, maintaining stringent quality assurance, and providing contingency plans for service interruptions. The document specifies administrative guidelines, invoicing procedures, and a quality assurance surveillance program to ensure contractor compliance with performance standards. Additionally, it includes various contractual clauses and regulations pertaining to procurement, payment processes, and contractor responsibilities. This acquisition emphasizes the VA’s commitment to ensuring high-quality medical services for veterans while adhering to regulatory requirements and ensuring service reliability.
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