6505--BUDESONIDE
ID: 36C77024Q0419Type: Presolicitation
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)

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Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking proposals for the procurement of Budesonide inhalation suspension, specifically for the National CMOP Office in Tucson, Arizona. This solicitation is set aside for small businesses, requiring the delivery of 6,776 cartons of Budesonide 0.5MG/2ML inhalation suspension, with each carton containing 30 ampules formatted for single-dose use. The procurement is critical for ensuring the availability of high-quality pharmaceutical supplies for veterans, adhering to strict compliance and safety standards, including the Drug Supply Chain Security Act. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by September 18, 2024, at 10 AM CDT, and can contact Contract Specialist Brigitte Kidder at Brigitte.Kidder@va.gov for further information.

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    Brigitte KidderContract Specialist
    (913) 946-0150
    Brigitte.Kidder@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a presolicitation notice for the procurement of Budesonide, a pharmaceutical product, to replenish stock at the Tucson Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP). The solicitation number is 36C77024Q0419, with a response deadline set for September 18, 2024, at 10 AM Central Time. This notice emphasizes that the procurement falls under the Product Service Code 6505 (Drugs & Biologicals) and NAICS Code 325412 (Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing). Small businesses are encouraged to submit proposals via email to the contracting officer, Brigitte Kidder. The solicitation package will be available for download on Contract Opportunities around September 11, 2024, and submissions must comply with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act, requiring pedigree information for all pharmaceuticals. The information provided in this notice is crucial for potential vendors to ensure they meet the VA's procurement requirements and timelines effectively.
    The document outlines a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) related to a pharmaceutical procurement for the Veterans Affairs (VA) Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) in Tucson. The solicitation number is 36C77024Q0419. It specifies the request for Budesonide 0.5MG/2ML inhalation suspension, with a total quantity of 6,776 cartons required, each containing 30 ampules, formatted for single-dose use. The posting date for the solicitation is September 11, 2024, with a submission deadline of September 18, 2024, at 10 AM CDT. The document includes spaces for vendor identification, proposal details such as unit price and total price, as well as delivery scheduling comments. The focus is on ensuring timely delivery and compliance with the required specifications for pharmaceutical supplies to the VA healthcare system, reflecting the government's ongoing efforts to provide necessary medical supplies for veterans.
    The document is a Standard Form 1449 for a solicitation by the Department of Veterans Affairs to procure pharmaceuticals, specifically Budesonide inhalation suspension. It outlines details of the request for proposal (RFP), including contact information, eligibility criteria, proposal submission guidelines, and specific product requirements. The procurement is set aside for small businesses, with 100% of the contract designated for eligible small businesses. Key points include the requirement for delivery coordination, invoicing terms, and adherence to federal regulations such as the Drug Supply Chain Security Act. Vendors must ensure product labeling meets barcoding standards and submit documented compliance with quality and safety protocols. The document emphasizes that products offered must be directly from the original manufacturers with no gray market items allowed, along with guidance on handling recalls. Lastly, a comprehensive schedule of supplies and services, pricing information, delivery schedules, and contract clauses are included, ensuring both parties understand their obligations. This RFP indicates the agency's intent to ensure high-quality pharmaceutical supplies for veterans, reinforcing compliance, and safety standards.
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