JUSTIFICATION FOR AN EXCEPTION TO FAIR OPPORTUNITY (JEFO) Innovation Associates, Inc.
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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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support has issued a Justification for an Exception to Fair Opportunity (JEFO) for the sole-source purchase and installation of an update to the existing NEXiA pharmacy automation software/system from Innovation Associates, Inc. (iARx). This action is for multiple military treatment facilities (MTFs) across Hawaii and Guam, including Tripler Army Medical Center, Schofield Barracks/Desmond Doss, Naval Health Clinic Makalapa, NHC Kaneohe Bay, Naval Hospital Guam, and NH Guam Apra Harbor. The purpose is to enhance medication patient safety and improve pharmacy workflow and interoperability.
Scope of Work
- Update to the NEXiA pharmacy automation system, including revised equipment.
- Integration of NEXiA with existing Electronic Health Records (EHR) and other pharmacy automation systems (e.g., ScriptPro, Parata, BD Intellicab, Q-Flow, Asteres ScriptCenter).
- Installation of associated peripheral equipment (barcode scanners, signature pads, label printers, Network Integration Cards) compatible with NEXiA.
- Configuration of peripherals to work with existing and upgraded NEXiA servers.
- Upgrade of existing NEXiA servers to the newest Microsoft operating system version (2019 or 2022).
- Provision of software support, upgrades, training, and on-site technician support.
Contract Details
- Type: Justification for an Exception to Fair Opportunity (JEFO) for a sole-source purchase.
- Product Service Code: 6515 (Medical And Surgical Instruments, Equipment, And Supplies).
- Contract Vehicle: Existing contract SPE2D1-19-D-0017 with Innovation Associates, Inc., valid through July 22, 2029.
- Place of Performance: Military Treatment Facilities in Hawaii and Guam.
- Published Date: February 2, 2026.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This acquisition is a sole-source purchase due to unique and highly specialized requirements. Innovation Associates, Inc. (iARx) is the sole developer, patent holder, and manufacturer of the proprietary NEXiA pharmacy workflow system and the only provider capable of supplying the necessary updates, integration, and maintenance support. Market research confirmed that only iARx could meet the specific integration and compatibility requirements for the existing system.
Evaluation
Not applicable, as this is a justification for a sole-source award, not a competitive solicitation.
Additional Notes
The current pharmacy systems are outdated and do not meet required specifications for prescription processing, multi-pharmacy communication, or cybersecurity. The NEXiA system enables cross-communication between MTFs on the same server, facilitating telepharmacy actions and enhanced interoperability across the health network.