6505--Pharmacy 1st Fill (RX) Service
ID: 36C25725Q0123Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)ARLINGTON, TX, 76006, USA

NAICS

Pharmacy Benefit Management and Other Third Party Administration of Insurance and Pension Funds (524292)

PSC

DRUGS AND BIOLOGICALS (6505)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/9ca5f6a666694bb1ae695df2a01dd1c0/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking qualified sources to provide Pharmacy 1st Fill (RX) Service for the North Texas VA Healthcare System through a Sources Sought Notice. This initiative aims to identify potential suppliers capable of delivering essential pharmaceutical services, particularly in situations where VA pharmacies cannot fulfill prescriptions, such as after hours or at Community Based Outreach Clinics. The selected contractor will be responsible for establishing a compliant pharmacy network that meets federal and state licensing requirements, ensuring high-quality care for Veterans. Interested parties must respond by November 19, 2024, with details regarding their business classification and capabilities, and should direct inquiries to Contract Specialist Angela Kyte at angela.kyte@va.gov.

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    Angela KyteContract Specialist
    email only please
    angela.kyte@va.gov
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    36C25725Q0123.docx
    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice for Pharmacy 1st Fill (RX) Service, as part of an exploratory process to gauge potential qualified suppliers for the North Texas VA Healthcare System. This notice serves two main purposes: it is designed to gather information about industry capabilities and help the government with future procurement decisions, specifically identifying businesses under NAICS code 524292, which has a size standard of $45.5 million. Interested parties are required to respond by November 19, 2024, detailing their business status, such as Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business or Woman Owned Small Business, and whether they hold any relevant federal contracts. The responses will not be utilized to form a binding contract but rather to inform the issuance of a formal solicitation later. The document emphasizes that all responses should be sent via email and outlines the necessary information that should accompany the interest in the RFI process, reinforcing that this is not a solicitation announcement but a step towards potential future contracting.
    SOW Heritage 2025.pdf
    The document outlines a Statement of Work for third-party pharmacy benefit services to provide first-fill prescription services for Veterans. This service is vital when VA pharmacies are unable to fulfill prescriptions, particularly after hours or during visits to Community Based Outreach Clinics. The contractor must establish a pharmacy network capable of serving multiple locations, including several VA clinics and medical centers in Texas. Pharmacies in the network must comply with licensing and qualification requirements, ensuring they are in good standing with state pharmaceutical authorities and possess necessary federal licenses, including those from the Drug Enforcement Administration. Pharmacists must be graduates of accredited pharmacy programs and hold valid state licenses. The intent of this RFP emphasizes delivering uninterrupted pharmaceutical services to Veterans, enhancing their healthcare access, particularly in emergent situations. By mandating a thorough network of compliant pharmacies and professionals, the contract aims to ensure high-quality pharmacy care aligned with veterans' needs. This initiative underscores the importance of integrating community resources into federal healthcare provisions, particularly for populations requiring immediate pharmaceutical interventions.
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