Nursing supply kit

Eastern New Mexico University–Roswell is procuring nursing supply kits from Pocket Nurse under a sole-source determination, with proposals due July 1, 2026. This is a sole-source procurement — Pocket Nurse is identified as the only vendor capable of providing the standardized preassembled kits the nursing program requires.

The scope comprises custom tote bags containing over 60 preassembled items including medical supplies, simulation equipment, clinical tools, and educational resources such as badge holders, penlights, pain scale cards, bandages, dressings, ostomy supplies, IV equipment, syringes, suction catheters, and surgical instruments. The kits are designed for skills, simulation, and clinical instruction throughout the nursing curriculum and are curriculum-aligned to ensure consistency in laboratory instruction and student learning outcomes.

The contract value is $35,000 before tax, with no tax liability. The contract term runs through June 30, 2027 with no renewal options. Pocket Nurse is located at 610 Frankfort Road, Monaca, Pennsylvania.

The university conducted due diligence by researching internet sources, reviewing vendor catalogs, evaluating statewide price agreements, and contacting alternative suppliers including Medline Industries, DiaMedical USA, and Bi-Line Medical. None were found to offer equivalent preassembled kits with the specific combination of curriculum-aligned materials required. The nursing program has successfully utilized Pocket Nurse kits for several years.