IFB 6100064703 Addendum 1.pdf

This is an Addendum 1 to Invitation for Bid (IFB) 6100064703 issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Development Programs (ODP), for medication dispensing machines to be installed at two state facilities: Ebensburg Center in Cambria County and Selinsgrove Center in Susquehanna County. The procurement seeks new or remanufactured automated pharmacy dispensing systems that meet the original manufacturer's most recent specifications, with provisions for approved equal products or alternates when accompanied by appropriate documentation. Electronic bid submissions are required through the PA Supplier Portal (www.pasupplierportal.state.pa.us), and all interested vendors must register and obtain a vendor number to participate. The bid response deadline is December 31, 2025. Vendors are responsible for monitoring the DGS eMarketplace website for any change notices that will be automatically incorporated into bid requirements. Bidding assistance is available through the helpdesk at (877) 435-7363, option 2.

Bidders must submit firm pricing with unit prices binding in case of discrepancies, and while prompt payment discounts will not be factored into award determination, they may be utilized if offered. Bidders must comply with Commonwealth and federal laws, demonstrate no conflicts of interest, and certify they are not under debarment or suspension. The Commonwealth reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive technical defects, and award by item or total bid basis as deemed most advantageous. No specific set-aside designations, incumbent vendors, incumbent pricing, or explicit funding amounts were disclosed in the addendum documentation. The exact budget range or award value was not specified, though the solicitation covers equipment for two state centers, indicating a substantial procurement.