6505--770-25-1-801-0020 -National CMOP CLINDAMYCIN TOP SWAB -(VA-25-00011264)

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration is seeking quotes for six line items of Clindamycin Phosphate 1% topical swabs in 60-count packages to be distributed across multiple Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) locations. The Request for Quote (RFQ) number 36C77025Q0034 requires vendors to submit comprehensive documentation including a signed SF1449 form, completed pricing spreadsheet, valid state wholesale distributor license, and Buy American Act certificate. Quotes are due by December 20, 2024, at 3:00 PM Central Time, with vendors required to submit via email to lacie.nowak@va.gov. Key pharmaceutical requirements include unit-of-use package bar code labeling, a minimum of 12 months expiration dating from delivery, and full compliance with the Drug Supply Chain Security Act. Vendors must demonstrate ability to meet all technical specifications, including the specific National Drug Code (NDC 45802-0263-37) or propose equivalent alternatives with appropriate quantity adjustments.

The solicitation is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 325412, with a size standard of 1,300 employees. Delivery quantities are specifically allocated across six CMOP facilities: Chelmsford, MA (576 units), Tucson, AZ (360 units), Lancaster, TX (250 units), Murfreesboro, TN (288 units), Hines, IL (840 units), and Ladson, SC (600 units). Vendors must guarantee delivery within 10 days after receipt of order, with all pharmaceuticals required to have at least one year until expiration from the delivery date. While no specific award value is mentioned, the procurement involves a total of 2,914 units of the specified topical swab medication. The solicitation targets pharmaceutical manufacturers and distributors capable of meeting stringent VA pharmaceutical distribution requirements and demonstrating compliance with federal procurement regulations.