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6505--RFI - DRAFT SOW for PPV 2028 Amendment to Extend Response Date from July 2, 2026 to July 10, 2026 11:00AM CT.
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The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking industry feedback on the draft Statement of Work for the Pharmaceutical Prime Vendor 2028 acquisition, with a revised response deadline of July 10, 2026 at 11:00 AM Central Time. This Request for Industry Review is a voluntary market research action aimed at refining the SOW, definitions, and distribution fee categories to ensure clarity, operational feasibility, and competitive fairness in the upcoming solicitation. The VA is inviting input on ambiguous or conflicting requirements, technical and operational challenges, distribution logistics, inventory and data exchange processes, and suggestions aligned with industry best practices. Feedback will be used solely to improve the final solicitation and will not obligate the government to award a contract or reimburse any costs incurred by respondents. Submitters must provide company name, point of contact details, UEI and CAGE codes, and socioeconomic designations, if applicable, via email to Karen Ade at Karen.Ade@va.gov. The PPV 2028 contract is scoped to manage the supply and distribution of all pharmaceutical products under Federal Supply Class 65, including brand and generic drugs, medical surgical items, and specialty pharmaceuticals, for VA medical centers, CMOP facilities, IHS sites, and other government customers nationwide. The vendor will be required to support electronic ordering systems, paperless invoicing, and real-time data exchange, while maintaining strict compliance with federal mandates including the Trade Agreements Act, the Drug Supply Chain Security Act, and the Veterans Health Care Act of 1992, which enforces Federal Ceiling Price limitations. The PPV must also adhere to stringent packaging and labeling standards for hazardous drugs per NIOSH and USP <800>, use human-readable and 2D barcode labels on all pallets with specific order and product identifiers, and ensure full traceability and auditability of transactional data for six years. Contract administration includes a 120-day transition period, multi-year term structure with base and option periods, and mandatory emergency contingency planning capable of sustaining operations during multiple concurrent natural disasters. Additional requirements include VAWD® accreditation, annual submission of non-TAA country product lists, strict adherence to DSCSA compliance for transaction records, and integration with the VA’s Fast Pay and Net 30 payment programs. Pricing must include a 0.25% cost recovery fee for OGA participants, with optional WAC-based generic pricing structures allowed. The contract will be administered by the VA National Acquisition Center based in H
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Department of Veterans Affairs Request for Industry Review and Comments on Draft Statement of Work (SOW) Pharmaceutical Prime Vendor (PPV) 2028 The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking industry review and feedback on the attached DRAFT Statement of Work (SOW), Definitions and Distribution Fee Categories for the Pharmaceutical Prime Vendor 2028 acquisition. This early engagement is intended to ensure the final SOW is clear, comprehensive and structured to support effective competition from qualified vendors. Industry is invited to provide input including, but not limited to: Identification of unclear, conflicting, or ambiguous requirements Comments on technical or operational requirements that may affect performance Suggestions related to distribution operations, inventory management, reporting, data exchange, or order fulfillment processes Noted risks, barriers, or areas where additional definition would be beneficial Suggestions to improve efficiency, or alignment with industry best practices Industry feedback at this stage helps the VA refine requirements and improve acquisition outcomes. The VA may contact respondents for clarification of submitted comments. Feedback received may be considered in the development of subsequent SOW revisions and acquisition documentation. Participation in this review is voluntary and is not a prerequisite for participation in any future solicitation. Submission Instructions: Provide feedback no later than 11AM Central July 10, 2026 Send responses via email to Karen.Ade@va.gov Include the following in your submission: Company Name Point of contact name, phone and email UEI and CAGE Code Socioeconomic designation(s), if applicable Important Notes: This announcement is not a solicitation and does not obligate the Government to issue a solicitation or award. No contract will be awarded from this notice Participation in this review (or lack thereof) does not preclude any vendor from submitting a proposal to the future PPV 2028 solicitation. All feedback will be used for market research and SOW refinement purposes only. The Government will not reimburse any costs associated with providing comments or participating in any related activities. The VA appreciates industry s time and expertise in supporting the development of a strong, effective SOW for the PPV 2028 program. The VA appreciates industry s participation in helping to shape a clear and effective SOW for the PPV 2028 program, which supports delivery of pharmaceutical products to VA medical centers nationwide.
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