Retail Pharmaceutical Prescription Fulfillment for Nashville Area Office Patients
ID: 285-25-RFP-0001Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFINDIAN HEALTH SERVICENASHVILLE AREA INDIAN HEALTH SVCNASHVILLE, TN, 37214, USA

NAICS

Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing (325412)

PSC

MEDICAL- PHARMACOLOGY (Q517)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8b4eb5189f2a4b498d75e4fc23fdcdb5/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the Indian Health Service, is soliciting proposals for retail pharmaceutical prescription fulfillment services for patients at the Nashville Area Office. The procurement aims to establish a firm fixed-price contract with a maximum of two vendors to provide essential medications, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and the capability to verify patient eligibility at the point of service. This initiative is crucial for enhancing healthcare accessibility for American Indians and Alaska Natives by partnering with local pharmacies to deliver necessary pharmaceutical services. Interested vendors can contact Paul Carr at paul.carr@ihs.gov or 615-467-1567 for further details, with proposals expected to align with the outlined requirements and pricing structures in the provided bid documents.

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    2015-4045 - Mashpee.pdf
    2015-4147 - Tuscarora.pdf
    2015-4157 - Shinnecock.pdf
    2015-4181 - Tonawanda.pdf
    2015-4311 - Monacan.pdf
    2015-4313 - Chickahominy.pdf
    2015-4331 - Rappahannockand Pamunkey.pdf
    2015-4423 - Catawba.pdf
    285-25-RFP-0001.pdf
    The document outlines the solicitation for a contract targeted at Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) for the provision of retail pharmaceutical services by the Indian Health Service (IHS) Nashville Area Office. Its main objective is to support local pharmacies in delivering prescription fulfillment services to IHS patients within a designated service area, emphasizing the importance of integrating digital processes for efficiency in billing and prescription handling. The contract seeks proposals for a firm fixed-price agreement with a maximum of two vendors, requiring compliance with federal regulations and standards. Key requirements include the capability to verify patient eligibility with insurance at the point of service, billing primary insurances first, and maintaining accurate records for all transactions. The document emphasizes the necessity for pharmacies to operate within a certain radius of tribal seats and encourages innovative service models, such as home delivery. It also details the responsibilities of contractors regarding submission of invoices, adherence to federal laws, and maintaining high standards in pharmacological practices. The document serves as a critical framework for promoting equitable access to healthcare for American Indians and Alaska Natives through local pharmacy partnerships, ensuring operational effectiveness while adhering to regulatory guidelines.
    Bid Sheet.xlsx
    The document outlines a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Nashville Area Pharmacy Prescription Fulfillment, detailing the estimated quantities and types of pharmaceuticals required for the fiscal year 2025. It lists over 200 medications, including various forms and dosages such as Metformin tablets, Eliquis tablets, and Gabapentin capsules. The procurement aims to meet the pharmaceutical needs of local healthcare services, ensuring access to essential medications. The list includes brand names and specifies required quantities, facilitating service providers in submitting competitive bids based on Wholesale Acquisition Cost (WAC) or Average Wholesale Price (AWP). This RFP is part of broader state and local initiatives to improve healthcare accessibility and affordability, reflecting the government's commitment to supporting essential health services through effective procurement strategies. The detailed bidding sheet emphasizes transparency and structured procurement processes within the public health sector.
    Business Associate Agreement.pdf
    The Business Associate Agreement (BAA) outlines the responsibilities of the Indian Health Service (IHS) and its business associates under HIPAA regulations regarding the protection of Protected Health Information (PHI). The document establishes definitions, compliance obligations, and the permissible uses and disclosures of PHI. It emphasizes that business associates must implement safeguards, report unauthorized disclosures, and maintain individual access to their PHI while adhering to minimum necessary requirements. The agreement also details obligations of the IHS, termination clauses, and the process for managing PHI upon termination. Additionally, it highlights the importance of accurate PHI maintenance for administrative and clinical processes. The BAA serves as a critical framework to ensure legal compliance and the safeguarding of sensitive health information essential for health operations within the IHS network, thus promoting public trust and confidentiality.
    Questions and Answers.docx
    This document addresses the Retail Pharmaceutical Prescription Fulfillment Request for Proposals (RFP) aimed at serving patients within the Nashville area. It primarily focuses on a query regarding the pricing format on the bid sheet, where a vendor expressed concern that the requested dispensing quantities may not reflect realistic dispensing practices. The vendor proposed that the Indian Health Service (IHS) consider adjusting the bid sheet to represent typical or average dispensing quantities. The IHS responded, indicating that they request vendors to extrapolate pricing based on established drug quantities, correlating with standard 30-day or 90-day supply norms, accounting for varying daily intake frequencies. This reflects the operational requirements for accurate pricing for pharmaceutical services within government healthcare frameworks.
    Questions and Answers Updated.docx
    The document outlines the details of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for retail pharmaceutical prescription fulfillment services for patients at the Nashville Area Office. It addresses inquiries regarding pricing structures on the bid sheet, indicating that vendors should extrapolate quantities based on typical dispensing practices, as medications are dispensed in varying amounts for 30-day or 90-day supplies. The document also clarifies billing protocols when a pharmacy does not accept a patient's insurance or if the medication is not covered; in such cases, pharmacies must offer discounted rates that do not exceed Medicare pricing for the same prescriptions. This guidance is vital for potential vendors to ensure compliance with pricing and billing expectations outlined in the RFP, emphasizing the government’s focus on offering accessible pharmaceutical services to patients in the Nashville area.
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