Pharmaceutical Reverse Distribution
ID: 36C25625Q0027Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF256-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 16 (36C256)RIDGELAND, MS, 39157, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

MEDICAL- PHARMACOLOGY (Q517)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d6101ed1b3284d1e8df2b61a71c41642/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking a qualified contractor to provide pharmaceutical reverse distribution and waste disposal services for the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center in Houston, Texas. The contract, which is set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), requires the contractor to manage the processing of expired and non-returnable pharmaceuticals while ensuring compliance with federal and state hazardous waste regulations. This service is crucial for maintaining efficient pharmaceutical waste management within VA facilities, thereby supporting the health and safety of veterans. Interested parties can contact Kolbi Barton at kolbi.barton@va.gov or by phone at 501-257-5619 for further details, with the contract expected to span one year with five potential option years.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kolbi Barton
    (501) 257-5619
    kolbi.barton@va.gov
    Files
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    RFQ 36C25625Q0027 Pharm Reverse.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for a pharmaceutical reverse distribution and waste disposal service. It is specifically set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) under NAICS code 541614, with a size standard of $20 million. The VA intends to establish a one-year contract with five potential option years, requiring the contractor to handle the processing of expired and non-returnable pharmaceuticals while ensuring compliance with various federal and state regulations concerning hazardous waste management. The contractor must provide software services for inventory management, facilitate on-site processing, and generate detailed reports on returned pharmaceuticals. Payment will be made based on a firm fixed fee per site visit, covering costs related to packaging, shipping, and waste disposal. The RFQ specifies a minimum of 12 site visits annually for major pharmacy locations, with clear requirements for contractor qualifications, including licenses, regulatory compliance, and effective training provisions. Overall, the document emphasizes the VA's commitment to efficient and compliant pharmaceutical waste management in its facilities, providing structure for potential bidders to understand the scope of work and submission requirements clearly.
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