Prescription Services

This contract involves the provision of emergent and non-emergent prescription services at the Fayetteville VA Medical Center in Arkansas, with the solicitation issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 16. The solicitation, numbered 36C25626Q0050, was posted on October 21, 2025, with a response deadline of October 23, 2025. The contract is set aside specifically for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC) and has an estimated total value of approximately $37.5 million. The performance period begins on November 28, 2025, and extends through September 30, 2026, with four additional option periods that could extend the contract through September 30, 2030. The scope includes comprehensive prescription services, supported by detailed documentation such as wage determinations, pharmacy proximity data, and past performance references, which are used to evaluate the contractor’s capability and compliance with federal labor standards and procurement regulations. Key components of the solicitation include a Performance Work Statement, Price/Cost Schedule, Delivery Schedule, and specific requirements for pharmacies near various clinics, along with detailed lists of needed medications. The contract emphasizes adherence to federal acquisition regulations, incorporating FAR clauses and VAAR provisions. The procurement process involves evaluating past performance references, which detail previous contracts, performance periods, costs, and points of contact, to ensure contractor reliability. The primary points of contact for inquiries are Caleb Parker and Ashley Haslauer, with communication channels established via email and phone. The solicitation aims to ensure timely, compliant, and high-quality prescription services for veterans, leveraging detailed documentation and structured evaluation criteria to select a qualified service provider.