NIGP 26908: Anti-Infective Agents

NIGP 26908 Anti-Infective Agents, an Item code, covers pharmaceuticals and medical supplies that state and local governments procure to support public health, emergency response, and community health initiatives. State and local purchasers under this code are acquiring naloxone kits, anti-infective medications, first aid supplies, and related pharmaceutical products through competitive bidding processes. Issuing bodies include county health departments, city fire and rescue divisions, and state health and human services agencies. The mix spans special-purpose health authorities and general-purpose municipal departments, with procurement activity driven by community health programs, emergency medical services, and state pharmacy benefit initiatives.

Recent solicitations show activity across Florida and Texas. Seminole County, Florida issued IFB 60459723LAS in June 2026 seeking 1,900 units of naloxone and 800 safe drug deactivation systems annually with quarterly deliveries to its Community Health Building, with a response deadline of July 26, 2023. The City of Tampa's Purchasing Department released IFB 26P00145 on March 25, 2026 for 169 line items of medical and first aid supplies for the Tampa Fire Department Rescue Division, with sealed bids due March 13, 2026, an estimated contract value of $700,000, and a 5% bid discount for certified Small Local Business Enterprises. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission issued RFI HHS0017013 on April 3, 2026 to gather market intelligence on direct-to-manufacturer pharmaceutical prescription programs and vendor capabilities for implementing therapeutic pharmacy initiatives outside traditional pharmacy benefit manager channels. These opportunities reflect demand for both routine medical supply replenishment and strategic pharmacy program innovation at the state and local level.