6505--FY26: Total Parental Nutrition (TPN) for Pharmacy
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the VA Caribbean Healthcare System, intends to negotiate a contract for Total Parental Nutrition (TPN) for Pharmacy services. This is a Special Notice indicating a restricted competition under FAR Part 12 Deviation Guidance and FAR Overhaul 12.102(a), with Baxter Healthcare Corporation identified as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). The purpose is to provide critical intravenous feeding for patients. Responses demonstrating advantageous competition are due by April 28, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for an intravenous feeding method (TPN) for patients requiring complete bowel rest or those unable to obtain nourishment from a dysfunctional gastrointestinal tract. The service includes the parenteral delivery of full daily caloric requirements, comprising macronutrients (carbohydrates, amino acids, fats) and micronutrients (electrolytes, minerals, vitamins, and other additives), all tailored to individual patient needs. A critical requirement is the specialized handling and delivery of IV fluids, which must be kept cool and delivered within a short timeframe to prevent patient harm.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice / Notice of Intent to Negotiate
- NAICS Code: 325412 (Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing)
- Size Standard: 1300 employees
- Product Service Code (PSC): 6505 (Drugs And Biologicals)
- Identified Vendor: Baxter Healthcare Corporation (OEM)
- Response Due: Tuesday, April 28, 2026, by 1:00 PM EST
- Published: April 24, 2026
Evaluation
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals or offers, and no solicitation package is available. Any response to this notice must provide clear and convincing evidence that competition would be advantageous to the Government. Responses will be evaluated solely on this criterion.
Contact Information
Responses should be emailed to Carol Baez-Rosario, Contract Specialist, at carol.baezrosario@va.gov.