6505--CAMPHOR/MENTHOL/METHYL SALICYLATE PATCH

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through its Network Contracting Office 15, CMOP Division, seeks to procure a specified quantity (13,032 boxes) of camphor/menthol/methyl salicylate patches, an over-the-counter pharmaceutical product, for delivery to the VA CMOP facility in Tucson, Arizona. The solicitation (36C77026Q0137), issued with an amendment dated May 12, 2026, requires delivery within 10 days after receipt of order (ARO) under FOB Destination terms. Packaging must ensure product stability and protection, including original manufacturer packaging for case quantities and clearly marked repackaging for lesser amounts. Mandatory barcoding using GS1-128 or HIBCC standards at the unit-of-use level ensures traceability and meets ANSI/ISO/IEC quality requirements. The product must have at least one year remaining shelf life at delivery, with child safety caps and specific bottle size standards adhered to, emphasizing compliance with federal pharmaceutical distribution regulations including the Drug Supply Chain Security Act. Contract terms incorporate standard FAR commercial clauses and VA-specific provisions, with strict prohibitions on use of products or services from entities restricted by national security or trade regulations, including provisions addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) discrimination restrictions applicable to contractors and subcontractors. Payment is through electronic funds transfer, with the designated payment office located in Leavenworth, Kansas. Offers will be evaluated on technical merit, past performance, delivery capabilities, and price under a trade-off basis, allowing the Government to select proposals that represent the most advantageous value rather than lowest price alone. The Government retains the right to inspect at destination and will accept or reject products based on compliance with all specifications, including Buy American Act provisions and FDA standards. Solicitation responses must include appropriate licensing, authorizations, and certifications, and submissions are to be made by the stated deadline using designated submission methods.