6505--Acyclovir Capsules (VA-25-00048078)
ID: 36E79725R0033Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNAC PHARMACEUTICALS (36E797)HINES, IL, 60141, USA

NAICS

Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing (325412)

PSC

DRUGS AND BIOLOGICALS (6505)

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https://sam.gov/opp/842c835510eb4ca6a4077a5e72a0200e/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking offers for the procurement of Acyclovir Capsules under solicitation number 36E79725R0033, with the aim of establishing pricing and availability for these pharmaceutical supplies. Bidders are required to submit prices for both the base and option years, ensuring compliance with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act and maintaining acceptable FDA manufacturing status. This procurement is critical for providing necessary medications to veterans and military personnel, emphasizing the importance of timely delivery and adherence to inventory standards. The deadline for receipt of offers has been extended to May 20, 2025, at 2:30 PM CDT, and interested parties should contact Contract Specialist Nicholas I McGregor at Nicholas.McGregor@va.gov for further details.

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    Nicholas I McGregorContract Specialist
    Nicholas.McGregor@va.gov
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    36E79725R0033_1.docx
    The Presolicitation Notice from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) outlines a request for proposals (RFP) for Acyclovir Capsules, specifically soliciting bids for two line items related to the drug's supply. The document provides essential information regarding the solicitation number (36E79725R0033), response deadline (May 1, 2025), and details the quantity and packaging specifications for the capsules. Line Item 1 requires 3,256 bottles of Acyclovir 200MG capsules (100 capsules per bottle) for the base year and each of the four option years. Line Item 2 requests 15,475 bottles of Acyclovir 200MG capsules (500 capsules per bottle) under the same terms. Offerors must submit pricing for both items to be considered, ensuring their bids do not exceed two decimal places. The main purpose of this presolicitation notice is to inform potential suppliers about the upcoming procurement for the VA, emphasizing the required quantities and the submission process. This is instrumental for federal contracting, facilitating competition and compliance within the pharmaceutical supply chain specifically for veterans' healthcare needs.
    36E79725R0033.docx
    The document outlines the solicitation and contract process for pharmaceutical supplies under the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and Department of Defense (DoD) Pharmaceutical Prime Vendor (PPV) Programs. It specifies that the contract is intended to establish pricing and availability for Acyclovir capsules, with bidders required to submit prices for both the base and option years inclusive of a 0.5% Cost Recovery Fee. Key elements include the need for a unique National Drug Code (NDC) for each product, compliance with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act (DSCSA), and the requirement for offerors to have an acceptable FDA status for manufacturing facilities. The solicitation emphasizes the critical nature of timely delivery, noting consequences for failure to meet inventory or compliance standards, including contract termination. Additionally, it mandates that offerors must submit sales reports quarterly and adhere to specific labeling and packaging requirements. The contract will span an implementation period followed by a base year and four one-year options. This comprehensive process is designed to ensure the government can reliably procure pharmaceuticals while adhering to federal regulations and maintaining healthcare standards for veterans and military personnel.
    36E79725R0033 0001.docx
    The document serves as an amendment to solicitation number 36E79725R0033 by the Department of Veterans Affairs, specifically the OPAL/National Acquisition Center. The primary purpose of this amendment is to extend the deadline for the receipt of offers from May 14, 2025, to May 20, 2025, at 2:30 PM CDT. This extension is communicated to all potential offerors and emphasizes that all other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. The amendment outlines the required acknowledgment methods for receipt of the amendment and highlights the importance of adhering to the extended deadline to avoid rejection of offers. The structure includes sections for pertinent identification details of the contract, amendment specifics, and instructions for the acknowledgment process, ensuring a clear and organized format for stakeholders involved in the proposal submission. This document reflects the government's procedural updates in the contract solicitation process, aiming to ensure effective communication and adequate time for bidders.
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