Micromedex Clinical Evidence Standard Package with RED BOOK - CMOP
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Qualification Details
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), National CMOP Office (NCO 15), intends to award a sole source Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) to J.E. Federal Enterprises for the Micromedex Clinical Evidence Standard Package with RED BOOK subscriptions. This acquisition supports 40 users across eight VA Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) facilities and the National CMOP Office. Interested parties who believe they can meet this requirement are invited to submit a capability statement.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires annual subscriptions for the Micromedex Clinical Evidence Standard Package with RED BOOK. Key deliverables include:
- Integrated RED BOOK pricing data.
- CPRS-compatible access for prescription verification.
- Enterprise-wide subscription across all VA CMOP locations: Charleston, SC; Chelmsford, MA; Hines, IL; Lancaster, TX; Murfreesboro, TN; National Office; Shawnee, KS; and Tucson, AZ.
- Provision of non-personal services.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Single-award, open-market Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA). Orders will be Firm-Fixed-Price.
- Period of Performance: A base period and four option periods, spanning from June 1, 2026, to May 31, 2031 (a 5-year ordering period).
- Set-Aside: This is a sole source acquisition justified under FAR 6.103-1(b) (Only One Responsible Source) and (d) (Brand-Name). J.E. Federal Enterprises is identified as the sole authorized reseller for Micromedex in VA clinical environments and the sole SDVOSB capable of fulfilling this requirement, thereby satisfying the SDVOSB set-aside preference. The NAICS code is 513210 (Software Publishers) with a size standard of $47 Million.
Submission & Evaluation
This is a sole source announcement. While a quote is not being requested from all parties at this time, interested parties must submit a capability statement if they believe they can meet the requirement. The response date is May 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM CDT. Submissions should include a technical description of services, pricing, and commercial price lists if a quote is provided. The government intends to evaluate quotes and establish the BPA without discussions.
Additional Notes
The VA CMOP has procured Micromedex from J.E. Federal Enterprises for 10 consecutive years, citing that alternative products lack required CPRS compatibility, RED BOOK integration, and enterprise-wide standardization. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Teresa Clark at Teresa.Clark3@va.gov or 913-758-9926. The solicitation number is 36C77026Q0143.