NVP DCH0000136 Medicaid Enterprise Systems Pharmacy Benefit Services

The State of Illinois Healthcare and Family Services Agency (HFS) awarded a contract to Gainwell Technologies LLC for Medicaid Enterprise Systems Pharmacy Benefit Services under the NASPO ValuePoint cooperative purchasing agreement. This award was executed through an open market competitive sealed bidding process utilizing a master agreement led by the State of Georgia (cooperative agreement DCH0000136). The contract value for the initial term is $8.5 million, with a performance period extending from July 1, 2026 through October 28, 2026.

Gainwell Technologies submitted a comprehensive bid proposal totaling $158.6 million across the full contract term, which includes nine one-year renewal options. The vendor committed to a Business Enterprise Program utilization plan allocating 5% of contract value to certified subcontractors, including Axon Advisors LLC, CJL Resources, Briljent LLC, and aFit Staffing Inc. The Illinois Chief Procurement Office issued this Notice of Award on June 30, 2026, confirming no unsuccessful bidders were identified in the procurement. The cooperative contract structure authorizes participation by Illinois governmental units, state agencies, institutions of higher education, political subdivisions, counties, and eligible entities, contingent upon individual state approval and compliance with applicable procurement laws. Contract extension beyond the initial cooperative term remains subject to the lead state's renewal decisions and applicable procurement regulations.