Veterinary Pharmaceuticals

Orange County, Florida is seeking sealed bids for a term contract to provide veterinary pharmaceuticals for Orange County Animal Services through Invitation for Bids (IFB) No. Y22-1076. The procurement is divided into two distinct lots: Lot 1 includes vaccines from Merck (such as Nobivac 3-Rabies, Canine 1-DaPPv, Feline 1-HCPCh, and Canine Intra-Trac 3), while Lot 2 comprises medications and diagnostics from Zoetis (including Antisedan, Dexdomitor, Telazol, Revolution Topical, and VS2 Rotors Comprehensive Diagnostic Profile). Bidders must provide brand-specific items with a minimum 12-month expiration date and the ability to substitute equivalent items if the specified product becomes unavailable. The bid requires firm pricing for the entire contract period, with potential price adjustments based on manufacturer pricing. Bids are due by 4:00 PM local time on Thursday, August 18, 2022, and must be submitted electronically through the OpenGov Procurement portal. The contract will have an initial one-year term with the potential for four additional one-year renewals, structured as a requirements contract where Orange County is not obligated to purchase a minimum amount.

The procurement does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must comply with various requirements, including maintaining a drug-free workplace, completing e-verification of employee eligibility, and providing specific insurance coverage. The estimated annual budget for the contract is $200,000, with $100,000 allocated for each lot (Merck vaccines and Zoetis medications/diagnostics). Invoicing will be submitted directly to Orange County Animal Services, which maintains tax exemption certificates. The contract emphasizes the need for precise product specifications, with vendors required to provide detailed information about product availability, pricing, and potential substitutions. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the solicitation suggests a comprehensive approach to securing critical veterinary pharmaceuticals for the county's animal services operations.