Drug Product Testing Services - DIFP, Board of Pharmacy

The State of Missouri's Division of Purchasing, on behalf of the Department of Insurance, Financial Institutions and Professional Registration (DIFP) Board of Pharmacy, is soliciting proposals for comprehensive drug product testing services. The Request for Proposal (RFP) seeks vendors capable of providing five specific testing services: sterility testing, endotoxin testing, fungal testing, potency testing using high-performance liquid chromatography, and expert witness services. The contract period is one year from the effective date, with provisions for two additional one-year renewal periods. Interested vendors must submit their proposals electronically through the MissouriBUYS system or via hard copy by September 26, 2019, at 3:00 PM CDT. The evaluation will focus on selecting the lowest and best responsive, responsible bidder who can meet the detailed technical specifications outlined in the RFP. Vendors are required to provide per-unit pricing for each test type and submit maximum prices for the potential first and second renewal periods. Payment terms are set at Net 45 days with free on board destination delivery terms.

No specific set-aside requirements, disadvantaged enterprise preferences, or incumbent vendor information are mentioned in the solicitation documents. The RFP does not provide an estimated total contract value or budget range for the drug product testing services. The contract will cover jurisdictions in Missouri, including Clay County and Jefferson City, but no limitations are placed on the types of organizations that can respond to the procurement. The solicitation is open to all vendors who can meet the technical specifications and requirements. Vendors must carefully review the full solicitation documents available in the MissouriBUYS system to understand all applicable requirements, specifications, and terms and conditions before submitting a proposal. The contact for any questions regarding the RFP is Kelsey Huwe at the Jefferson City office.