RFP for On-Site Pharmacy Services and Pharmacy Sublease

Burke Center in Texas issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) seeking qualified vendors to provide on-site pharmacy services along with pharmacy sublease arrangements at two designated locations in Lufkin and Nacogdoches. The services cater primarily to Burke’s persons served across an eleven-county area and include support for some employed staff and off-site facilities as well. The contract period spans from September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2028, with potential extensions. Key responsibilities encompass managing pharmacy operations including staffing a full-time Pharmacist-in-Charge, dispensing medications in compliance with federal, state, and Texas Board of Pharmacy regulations, preparing various medication formats (blister packs, liquid medications, injectables), administering vaccines, handling billing procedures involving insurance and direct billing to Burke, and performing appropriate pharmaceutical storage, tracking, and disposal. Two sublease spaces are part of the contract: 378 square feet in Lufkin at $620 per month and 308 square feet in Nacogdoches at $520 per month. The evaluation of proposals is based on five equally weighted factors that assess how well the services meet Burke’s needs, the vendor’s ability to perform without delay, integrity and experience, legal compliance, and past performance along with financial and technical resources. The award will be granted on a best-value basis rather than lowest price, emphasizing quality, compliance, and reliability. Although no detailed contract clauses in federal FAR format are included, the solicitation references several exhibits covering organizational assurances, conflict of interest, credentials, lobbying certifications, pricing submissions, and acknowledgment of historically underutilized business status for disadvantaged vendors. The contract involves ongoing monitoring and compliance oversight by Burke, with personnel background checks and necessary credentialing required. Proposal submissions must adhere to strict formatting rules, signed affirmations, and a deadline of January 15, 2026. The contract includes delivery to two principal on-site pharmacy locations and multiple off-site mental health clinics within the service area. Payment terms stipulate thirty-day invoicing upon approved service completion. Overall, the solicitation sets forth a comprehensive, regulated framework to ensure the timely, compliant delivery of essential pharmacy services to Burke’s client base while encouraging participation from qualified, diverse suppliers.