Pharmacy Reverse Distribution and Destruction Services for the Crownpoint Healthcare Facility
ID: 75H71025Q00087Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENAVAJO AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCWINDOW ROCK, AZ, 86515, USA

NAICS

Process, Physical Distribution, and Logistics Consulting Services (541614)

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: LOGISTICS SUPPORT (R706)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is seeking proposals for Pharmacy Reverse Distribution and Destruction Services for the Crownpoint Healthcare Facility in New Mexico. The contractor will be responsible for managing the reverse distribution of both controlled and non-controlled substances, ensuring compliance with federal regulations regarding the disposal of expired and unusable drugs, and maximizing credit recovery from manufacturers. This service is crucial for maintaining environmental safety and financial efficiency within the healthcare framework, as it addresses the proper disposal of pharmaceutical waste while prioritizing community health needs. Interested contractors should contact Marshall Arviso at Marshall.Arviso@ihs.gov or 505-786-6319, or Janice Martinez at Janice.Martinez@ihs.gov or 505-786-6216 for further details. The contract will be awarded under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, with a base year and four optional renewal periods, and proposals must be submitted in accordance with the outlined Statement of Work.

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    The Navajo Area Indian Health Services, Crownpoint Service Unit, is soliciting offers for Reverse Pharmaceutical Distribution with Destruction Capability services for three separate pharmacy locations in Crownpoint, NM. The RFP outlines the intention to conduct the procurement under Simplified Acquisition Procedures, emphasizing compliance with federal regulations. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical capability, price, and past performance, with bidders required to present comprehensive service prices covering logistics and associated costs such as packaging and disposal. The contract period spans one base year with four optional renewal periods, emphasizing a schedule of four visits annually for each location. All proposals must align with the provided Statement of Work and include references to past similar services to ensure qualified contractor selection, ultimately aiming to enhance service delivery within the Indian Health Services framework.
    The Crownpoint Service Unit (CPSU) in New Mexico seeks a contractor for pharmacy medication reverse distribution services to ensure compliance with federal regulations regarding the disposal of expired and unusable drugs. The contractor, referred to as the Reverse Distributor, must handle both non-controlled and controlled substances, providing proper disposal, return tracking, and maximizing credit recovery from manufacturers. Services will include quarterly pick-ups and on-site processing during business hours, with strict adherence to regulatory requirements, such as securing DEA licenses and maintaining accurate records. The contract outlines responsibilities, including supply management and software access for tracking returns. The contractor must provide timely invoicing, maintain effective communication, and ensure compliance with HIPAA for patient confidentiality. Relevant permits and licenses must be kept up to date throughout the contract's duration. The project emphasizes both environmental safety and financial efficiency, responding to the necessity for proper pharmaceutical waste disposal while prioritizing the health needs of the communities served by CPSU. The primary point of contact for the project is LCDR Jackline Yembu, Pharmacy Supervisor at CPSU.
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