Drug Take-back Bins

The Nevada State Board of Pharmacy is seeking a comprehensive drug take-back bin service through Request for Proposals (RFP) BRDCOM-S3469, with proposals due on 10/28/2025 at 2:00 pm Pacific Time. The procurement aims to secure a turn-key pharmaceutical waste management solution that includes supplying, installing, collecting, transporting, and destroying drug take-back bins across Nevada. Vendors must demonstrate at least 5 years of experience operating a drug take-back bin service and have worked with at least 5 other entities. The evaluation will use a weighted scoring system, with 25% allocated to each of the following categories: vendor experience, references, cost projection, and scope of work requirements. The contract period is anticipated to run from 01/13/2026 to 06/30/2027, subject to Board of Examiners approval. Vendors must be registered on nevadaepro.com, hold an active Nevada business license, and be registered in the System for Award Management (sam.gov). The RFP emphasizes a secure and accessible mechanism for public medication disposal while adhering to strict federal and state regulatory requirements.

The solicitation includes a Nevada-based business preference of 5% and does not appear to have specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. While no incumbent vendors are explicitly mentioned, the procurement requires vendors to complete a comprehensive reference questionnaire to validate past performance. The cost proposal is structured on a "per registered collector per year" basis, suggesting pricing flexibility based on the number of collection sites. Vendors must provide extensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability, Automobile Liability, Worker's Compensation, Technology E&O/Professional Liability, Network Security and Privacy Liability, and Fidelity Bond or Crime Insurance. Although a specific total contract value is not stated, the comprehensive nature of the services and the two-year contract period indicates a potentially significant financial opportunity. The state will process payments electronically within 45-60 days of receipt and acceptance of goods or services, with billing aligned to the state's fiscal year.