Robotic Prescription Dispensing System
ID: RFQ24625Q0051Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICELAWTON INDIAN HOSPITALLawton, OK, 73507, USA

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Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112)

PSC

MEDICAL AND SURGICAL INSTRUMENTS, EQUIPMENT, AND SUPPLIES (6515)

Set Aside

Buy Indian Set-Aside (specific to Department of Health and Human Services, Indian Health Services) (BICiv)
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    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the Indian Health Service, is seeking qualified vendors to provide a Robotic Prescription Dispensing System for the Lawton Service Unit, which includes the Lawton Indian Hospital, Anadarko Indian Health Center, and Carnegie Indian Health Center. The procurement aims to enhance the safety and accuracy of medication dispensing while ensuring compliance with patient health information protection and compatibility with existing IHS computer systems. This initiative is critical for improving pharmaceutical services within Indian Health facilities, emphasizing automation and operational efficiency. Interested vendors must submit their proposals electronically by April 14, 2025, and are encouraged to contact Carroll Delaune at carroll.delaune@ihs.gov or 580-354-5383 for further information.

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    The document outlines Request for Quote (RFQ) # 246-25-Q-0051 for leasing and customer support of a Robotic Prescription Dispensing System, specifically reserved for Buy Indian vendors. It consists of six line items: equipment leases and customer support for various Indian Health Centers over designated monthly periods in 2025. Key proposal evaluation criteria include quality (40%), technical capabilities (30%), relevant past performance (20%), and pricing (10%), with non-price factors carrying greater weight overall. Offerors must provide past performance references, including details of previous contracts, and demonstrate compliance with the solicitation's requirements. The Government reserves the right to contact references for performance evaluation and has specified that all submissions must be electronic and sent via email. The RFQ emphasizes the need for registration in the System for Award Management for contract eligibility and outlines terms and conditions applicable to the procurement process. The submission deadline is set for April 14, 2025. Overall, this solicitation seeks competitive quotes to enhance service delivery in Indian Health facilities while adhering to specified evaluation and compliance standards.
    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the Indian Health Service, seeks a highly automated pharmacy solution for the Lawton Service Unit, including the Lawton Indian Hospital, Anadarko Indian Health Center, and Carnegie Indian Health Center. The goal is to ensure safe and accurate medication dispensing while protecting patient health information. The project requires leasing pharmacy workflow equipment compatible with existing IHS systems and fitting within current pharmacy layouts. The contractor will be responsible for equipment delivery, installation, training, and system testing, with a contract performance period of 12 months and four optional years. Special requirements include adherence to security protocols, a tobacco-free environment, and conformity to Section 508 accessibility standards for electronic and information technology. Contractors must also maintain confidentiality regarding operations at the centers. The document outlines specific hardware needed for each pharmacy location, along with procedures for contractor deliveries and contact points. Changes to the statement of work can only be made through written approval from the contracting officer. This initiative embodies the federal commitment to enhancing pharmaceutical services in Indian Health Service facilities, emphasizing automation, compliance, and operational efficiency.
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