RxNT and Electronic Prescribing of Controlled Substance (EPMCS) Subscription - Justification and Approval (J&A)
ID: 19AQMM23P0164 Type: Justification
AwardedJan 19, 2023
Award #:19AQMM23P0164
Overview

Buyer

STATE, DEPARTMENT OFSTATE, DEPARTMENT OFACQUISITIONS - AQM MOMENTUMWASHINGTON, DC, 20520, USA

PSC

MEDICAL- OTHER (Q999)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d4c2a0f6e73e4fe7adec9953e4439f41/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of State is seeking to justify the continued sole-source procurement of RxNT's Electronic Prescribing of Medications, including Controlled Substance (EPMCS) Subscription Services, through a Justification and Approval (J&A) notice. This procurement is essential for the Bureau of Medical Services (MED), which relies on RxNT's unique qualifications and proprietary system that supports over 300 providers globally, ensuring critical 24/7 application support for 20,000 Foreign Service Officers and their families. Transitioning to a different provider would result in significant service disruptions, as RxNT's system offers integrated cross-credentialing and global prescription capabilities that are unmatched by competitors. For further inquiries, interested parties may contact Robin Guillie at guillierl@state.gov or Annie Harlow at harlowal@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Robin Guillie
    (843) 308-4235
    guillierl@state.gov
    Annie Harlow
    (703) 875-6059
    harlowal@state.gov
    Files
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    Posted
    JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL RxNT Final - SAM.gov posting.pdf
    The Bureau of Medical Services (MED) requires continued sole-source procurement of Networking Technologies, Inc.'s RxNT Electronic Prescribing of Medications, including Controlled Substance (EPMCS) Subscription Services. This justification for other than full and open competition is based on the unique qualifications of RxNT, which has spent years developing a cross-credentialing procedure essential for MED's global operations, supporting over 300 providers worldwide. The system provides critical 24/7 application support and is crucial for MED's 20,000 Foreign Service Officers and their families. Shifting to a new provider would cause significant service disruption. Although a reverse auction was conducted, no other sources could provide the required system and services, confirming RxNT as the only viable option due to its proprietary nature and unique features, including global prescription capabilities, integrated cross-credentialing, and dedicated support. The agency will continue market research to ensure future competition.
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