Pharmacy Equipment

The Department of Veterans Affairs is intent on awarding a sole source, firm-fixed price contract for the one-time buyout of all leased Pyxis MedStation ES systems and associated components currently installed at the Central Texas Veterans Health Care System. This procurement, identified by solicitation number 36C25726Q0616 and NAICS code 339112, involves the acquisition of specific hardware units including medication dispensing stations, server equipment, cubie drawers, and software licenses, all proprietary to BD CareFusion Solutions, LLC. The contract requires the vendor to provide full on-site field support, scheduled preventive maintenance during standard business hours, and authorization for the Pyxis ES interface to integrate with the VISTA SERVICE. The vendor must be an authorized OEM dealer, distributor, or reseller with documented capability to maintain OEM warranty and service standards, and must be registered in the System for Award Management. The performance period concludes no later than September 30, 2026, with the Government retaining the option to extend services for up to six months under FAR 52.217-8. All contractor personnel must comply with VA Handbook 6500.6 Appendix C and VA Directive and Handbook 0710 for information security, personnel suitability, and background investigations. Physical or logical access to VA systems is permitted only as necessary for contract performance, and no personally owned equipment may be connected to VA networks without explicit authorization. Approved third-party equipment must adhere to the same security controls as government-furnished equipment, including VA-approved antivirus and personal firewall configurations. Any media containing VA-sensitive data, such as hard drives from medical devices, must not be returned to vendors. The contractor is subject to stringent data protection protocols, including immediate notification of security incidents to the Contracting Officer’s Representative, designated ISO, and Privacy Officer. Violations of confidentiality, privacy, or security provisions may result in payment withholding or contract termination under FAR Part 12. Additionally, contractors are liable for liquidated damages in the event of a data breach involving sensitive personal information, pursuant to 38 U.S.C. § 5725. Within 30 days of contract termination, a self-certification must be submitted confirming data destruction in compliance with NARA, VA Directive 6300, and VA Handbook 6500.1. Responses are due by June 16, 2026, at 3:00 PM CT, and