FY25 Bulk Pharma Buy (Materiel)
ID: BulkPharmaC-MaterielType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR PREPAREDNESS AND RESPONSEASPR/ORM-SNSAtlanta, GA, 30341, USA

NAICS

Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing (325412)

PSC

DRUGS AND BIOLOGICALS (6505)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/416c72e29fa04d7f8482d5758760f357/view
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Office of Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response (ASPR), is seeking information from vendors regarding the procurement of pharmaceuticals for the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) under the FY25 Bulk Pharma Buy initiative. The primary objective is to identify suppliers capable of providing FDA-approved medications, including Amoxicillin, Ciprofloxacin, and Clindamycin, in specified formulations and quantities, as detailed in the associated RFI documents. This procurement is crucial for ensuring rapid access to essential medical supplies during public health emergencies, such as biological or chemical threats and natural disasters. Interested vendors must submit their capabilities and relevant information electronically by January 9, 2025, to Terri Reed at terri.reed@hhs.gov, with the understanding that responses will not be returned and will be treated as public knowledge.

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    Terri Reed
    terri.reed@hhs.gov
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    RFI Attachment A (FY25 Materiel Program Pharma).xlsx
    This document outlines a request for proposals (RFP) related to the procurement of various pharmaceutical products, specifically oral suspensions and injectable solutions, for use by government agencies. Key products listed include Amoxicillin, Ciprofloxacin, and Clindamycin, along with their respective National Drug Code (NDC) numbers and packaging details. Potential vendors are requested to provide critical information, including company size, drug compliance with Trade Agreements, inventory management strategies for emergencies, delivery timelines, volume discounts, and any prior government contract awards relevant to these products. The document aims to ensure that bidders demonstrate capacity, compliance, and existing infrastructure capable of meeting the government's pharmaceutical needs over a specified contract period. Ultimately, this RFP serves to identify qualified suppliers who can consistently provide high-quality medications while adhering to regulatory standards and having contingency plans for maintaining supply in emergency situations.
    RFI for Vendors (FY25 Materiel Program Pharma).docx
    The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR) issued a Request for Information (RFI) concerning the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS). The SNS's primary mission is to provide rapid access to life-saving medical supplies and pharmaceuticals in response to public health emergencies, including biological, chemical, and radiological threats, as well as natural disasters. This RFI seeks information from vendors capable of supplying FDA-approved pharmaceuticals pertinent to the SNS's mission. The document serves as a market research tool and does not obligate the government to issue a contract or accept unsolicited proposals. Interested vendors, both large and small, are encouraged to submit their capabilities and relevant business information while considering potential compliance with small business regulations. A submission deadline of January 9, 2025, is outlined, and all responses must be sent electronically. The document emphasizes that provided information will not be returned and will be treated as public knowledge. This RFI reflects the government's commitment to securing diverse vendor participation in developing its pharmaceutical stockpile.
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