65 -- Sole Source Vendor Managed Inventory for existing Government Purchased Material

The Defense Supply Center is planning to award a sole source contract to Cardinal Health for Vendor Managed Inventory services as a continuation of the existing contract for Government Purchased Material (GPM). This contract specifically covers only the products currently managed and rotated by Cardinal Health under the existing inventory arrangements. The solicitation, identified by the number SP0200-05-R-7705, was posted on August 17, 2005, and focuses on the management of GPM products that Cardinal Health already handles, ensuring continuity in inventory oversight. This contract falls under the NAICS code 424210, which relates to drug and druggist merchant wholesalers, reflecting the nature of the materials involved. The solicitation is a presolicitation, indicating that it is an early stage in the contract award process. All inquiries regarding the contract can be directed to the designated Contracting Officer, Anne A Polimeni, reachable via email or phone. The contract supports efficient inventory management by leveraging the established relationship and systems already in place with Cardinal Health, ensuring streamlined operations for Government Purchased Material supply maintenance.