Cost to Dispense Surveys

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is conducting a Request for Proposals (RFP #5732) for a comprehensive Pharmacy Cost to Dispense Survey to be performed across Marion County and the City of Salem. The primary objective is to design, implement, and analyze a survey that estimates the costs associated with dispensing prescriptions to Oregon Health Plan (OHP) recipients. The selected vendor will be responsible for executing a survey once every three years, with the first survey requiring completion by May 3, 2024, including draft and final report submissions on April 19 and April 26, 2024, respectively. Proposers must demonstrate expertise in survey design, data collection, and analytical capabilities, with evaluation criteria focusing on past performance, key personnel qualifications, and the proposer's approach and implementation plan. The RFP requires a firm, fixed-fee cost proposal and mandates that the survey provide detailed insights into pharmacy dispensing costs. Proposals are due by November 28, 2023, with OHA expecting to award a single contract as a result of this procurement.

The RFP includes specific provisions for COBID (Certification Office for Business Inclusion and Diversity) certified firm participation, requiring proposers to outline their strategies for engaging minority-owned, woman-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, and emerging small businesses in potential subcontracting opportunities. Proposers must disclose their certification status, list previously contracted certified firms, and describe potential subcontracting scenarios. The contract has a maximum compensation of $290,000 and is effective from the date of full execution until October 1, 2028. Prospective bidders must complete a comprehensive responsibility inquiry demonstrating financial stability, relevant expertise, and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. The RFP also requires proposers to provide detailed information about their organizational resources, personnel capabilities, and past performance on similar contracts. Potential bidders must be prepared to disclose any criminal or civil charges, contract terminations, outstanding judgments, and provide evidence of financial health and professional licensure.