ST249014 South Star Pharmacy Services

The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) is soliciting bids for as-needed pharmacy services, medications, and various pharmaceutical supplies for clients residing at the DDS Central Valley Stabilization, Training, Assistance, and Reintegration (CV STAR) Community Crisis homes located in Shasta and Siskiyou Counties. The contractor will be required to provide these services from December 16, 2024 through December 16, 2027. Bidders must obtain pharmacist licensure from the California State Board of Pharmacy and comply with various other licensing and certification requirements. Bids are due by November 8, 2024 at 2:30 pm, and the contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest total costs.

While there is no Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation requirement, DDS is committed to achieving DVBE participation goals. A Small Business (SB) preference of up to 5% and a Non-Small Business Subcontractor preference of up to 5% may be applied. DDS reserves the right to terminate the contract for cause and recover any damages, and will withhold $10,000 from the final payment if the contractor fails to meet DVBE certification requirements. The value of the contract has not been specified, but the IFB indicates the DDS has budgeted funds for these services.