The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs for a contract related to the disposal of unwanted medications through a medication return envelope system. The acquisition seeks a contractor to manage bulk storage, delivery, processing, destruction, and reporting of medication return envelopes for Veterans over a five-year period, with an estimated budget of $47 million. The contractor must have a service agreement with USPS, comply with DEA regulations, and ensure the privacy and security of Veterans' information throughout the process. The program aims to enhance medication safety, prevent accidental overdoses, and reduce environmental waste. Key requirements include tamper-evident packaging, postage-paid shipping, tracking systems, and quarterly reporting of envelope destruction metrics. The solicitation encourages participation from small businesses, especially veteran-owned firms. The successful bidder must deliver products to various VA facilities while adhering to safety regulations and performance requirements, contributing to the VA's mission of sustainable healthcare practices for Veterans.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a presolicitation notice for the procurement of Medication Return Envelopes under solicitation number 36C77024Q0051. The requirement aims to supply multiple Veterans Affairs Medical Centers (VAMCs) and Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacies (CMOP) over five ordering periods spanning from November 2024 to October 2029. The key items include a case of 250 medication recovery envelopes designed for the safe disposal of scheduled and non-controlled medications, with specific provisions for tracking and non-descript packaging.
Bids are due by October 14, 2024, at 5 PM Central Time, with final solicitation details to be posted on SAM.gov on September 13, 2024. The submission process invites open market sources to email quotes and specified samples. The solicitation is unrestricted, encouraging broad participation, and emphasizes the importance of adhering to deadlines and monitoring for any updates on the SAM.gov platform. The notice reflects the VA's commitment to securing reliable disposal solutions for medications, ensuring compliance with safety regulations for veterans' healthcare facilities.