MMCAP Infuse RFP 32077 - Pharmacy Vials and Containers

MMCAP Infuse, a cooperative purchasing organization operated by the Minnesota Department of Administration's Office of State Procurement, is conducting a Request for Proposals (RFP) for pharmacy vials and containers for member facilities, specifically targeting Marion County and the City of Salem in Oregon. The procurement seeks qualified national suppliers to provide various pharmaceutical packaging items, including plastic and glass prescription dispensing vials, bottles, dropper bottles, and ointment jars/tubes. Potential suppliers must meet minimum qualifications, such as maintaining a product portfolio containing at least one required item type, providing proof of USP and CPSC compliance, and demonstrating experience in related business lines. The RFP evaluation will focus on multiple factors including vendor experience, product offerings, customer service capabilities, reporting practices, administrative fees, and pricing structures. Key dates include a Q&A deadline of October 21, 2022, at 2:00 PM Central Time, and a response submission deadline of November 18, 2022, at 2:00 PM Central Time, with all submissions required to be emailed to MMCAP_Infuse.RFP@state.mn.us.

The solicitation provides preferences for targeted group, economically disadvantaged, and veteran-owned businesses, with a mandatory 3% administrative fee on sales for selected vendors. MMCAP Infuse reserves the right to award the contract to a single respondent or multiple respondents, and the anticipated initial contract term is two years with potential extension options. While no specific incumbent vendors are mentioned, the cooperative anticipates establishing agreements that will allow member facilities to purchase pharmacy containers efficiently and lawfully. The RFP does not specify precise award values or comprehensive budget ranges, but the Cost Proposal Worksheet indicates estimated annual usage quantities for various container types. The sample agreement includes provisions for fixed pricing, non-fixed pricing, and wholesale acquisition cost (WAC) minus pricing, suggesting flexibility in potential contract structures. Ultimately, the goal is to establish a comprehensive supply agreement for pharmaceutical packaging that meets the diverse needs of government and healthcare facilities.