6505--760-25-1-050-0019 - Leavenworth CMOP ESTRADIOL (VA-25-00014065)
ID: 36C77025Q0039Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL CMOP OFFICE (36C770)LEAVENWORTH, KS, 66048, USA

NAICS

Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing (325412)

PSC

DRUGS AND BIOLOGICALS (6505)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking qualified vendors to supply Estradiol (EstroGel) for the Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) in Leavenworth, Kansas, under a total small business set-aside contract. This procurement, valued at approximately $290,000, aims to acquire a specific pharmaceutical product that has been prescribed by VA physicians, emphasizing the necessity of the brand name due to its unique characteristics and the lack of acceptable substitutes. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by November 20, 2024, at 3:00 PM Central Time, and are required to provide various documentation, including a valid state wholesale distributor license and compliance with the Buy American Act. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Contract Specialist Jennifer Coleman at Jennifer.Coleman4@va.gov or by phone at 913-758-9934.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jennifer ColemanContract Specialist
    (913) 758-9934
    Jennifer.Coleman4@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is preparing to procure ESTRADIOL (ESTROGEL) 0.06% transdermal gel through a small business set-aside contract. The solicitation number for this procurement is 36C77025Q0039, and it is slated for release on November 14, 2024, with responses due by November 20, 2024. The item, requiring a quantity of 200 units packaged in 50 gm tubes, will be delivered to the VA's Centralized Mail Order Pharmacy (CMOP) facility in Leavenworth, Kansas. Interested vendors must submit their quotes via email to the designated Contract Specialist, Jennifer Coleman, who can be contacted for inquiries. Required submission documents include a signed SF1449 cover page, a price schedule in Excel format, a valid state wholesale distributor license, and a Buy American Act certificate. Vendors must comply with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act to ensure compliance, and items should be delivered within ten days after receipt of order. This presolicitation notice outlines clear expectations for potential offerors to foster competition and ensure compliance with federal procurement regulations.
    The CMOP Leavenworth RFQ (36C77025Q0039) is a request for quotes focused on supplying medical surgical supplies, specifically branded ESTRADIOL (ESTROGEL) 0.06% TRANSDERM GEL 50GM, to the VA. Quotes must be submitted by November 20, 2024, no later than 3:00 PM Central Time. Vendors are required to complete a series of necessary documents, including the SF1449 solicitation cover page, a quote spreadsheet, a valid state wholesale distributor license, and a Buy American Act certificate. Each vendor may submit only one quote, and specifications for pharmaceuticals include expiry dates of at least one year from the delivery date. Bidders should note necessary adjustments and comment on any variations or short-dated products. The structure of the RFQ includes detailed line items specifying the description, NDC numbers, country of origin, quantity, unit price, and total price, alongside additional vendor comments for clarity. The RFQ's objective is to ensure compliance with procurement requirements and to secure the necessary medical supplies effectively.
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) submitted a Brand Name Justification for acquiring Estradiol (Estrogel) through a simplified acquisition procedure under FAR 13.106-1. This procurement, valued at approximately $290,000, is initiated by the Network Contracting Office 15 on behalf of the Leavenworth Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy. The justification emphasizes the unique characteristics of the specified product, which has been prescribed for patients by VA physicians, disallowing any substitutions or alternatives without physician authorization. Market research was conducted to ascertain the availability of the required pharmaceutical product and confirmed that typical supply chains could not meet this need, necessitating an open market procurement. Additionally, the Contracting Officer reviewed multiple sources and found no small business manufacturers able to provide the product, though several authorized distributors were identified. Consequently, a total small business set-aside for the acquisition is deemed appropriate under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT). The document concludes with the contracting officer's certification, affirming the accuracy of the justification. This procurement exemplifies the VA's determination to ensure that patients receive necessary medications while complying with federal procurement regulations.
    The document is a Standard Form 1449 solicitation for a contract with the Department of Veterans Affairs to procure pharmaceutical supplies for the Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) in Leavenworth, Kansas. The requisition includes details such as solicitation number, contact information, item descriptions, delivery schedules, and contract terms. It specifies a requirement for the supplier to provide Estradiol (EstroGel) and includes pricing, quantity, and delivery logistics. The contract emphasizes compliance with various regulatory requirements, including barcoding standards for pharmaceuticals, therapeutic equivalence codes, and documentation per the Drug Supply Chain Security Act. Invoices must be submitted electronically, and the contractor must coordinate with CMOP facilities for timely delivery. The document underscores the Government's rights to inspect supplies, handle disputes, and enforce contract clauses regarding modifications and termination. Overall, the solicitation reflects rigorous procurement standards and specifies obligations to ensure safe and compliant delivery of pharmaceutical products to VA facilities, aiming to maintain high-quality healthcare services for veterans. The comprehensive structure includes numerous clauses applicable to federal contracts, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations relevant to government procurement.
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