Sole Source-MS Flex Mach. Alton Choate

The State of Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is issuing a sole source contract to purchase MedSelect Flex Machines for its mental health pharmacies in Madison County and Tazewell County. The procurement includes the purchase of two new MedSelect units, one unit dose module, one main drawer module, one display terminal, one standard cabinet module, one MedOrder configuration, one receipt printer kit, one electronic lock controller, and one compact drawer module. This sole source justification is for a one-time purchase with a total value of $196,790.38. The MedSelect system is a proprietary and secure medication dispensing system currently used by IDHS, and the proposed purchases are needed to expand the existing system's capacity and security functionality at the Alton Mental Health Center and the Choate Mental Health Center. IDHS negotiated with the vendor, ARxIUM, Inc., to obtain the best possible pricing, including discounts.

This sole source procurement is due to the proprietary nature of the MedSelect system, which can only be purchased from ARxIUM, Inc. There are no other compatible options that would integrate with the existing MedSelect infrastructure already in use at IDHS facilities. A public hearing will be held on August 14, 2024, unless an interested party submits written comments or requests a public hearing by August 9, 2024. The purpose of the hearing is to receive testimony on whether the sole source procurement is appropriate and in accordance with the Illinois Procurement Code. The total contract value is $196,790.38, and there are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond.