Pharmacy Automation Maintenance
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support has issued a Class Justification for an Exception to Fair Opportunity (JEFO) for the annual maintenance and support of BD Parata Pharmacy Automation equipment. This justification identifies BD Parata Systems as the sole manufacturer and capable provider for these services, which are critical for operational readiness and cybersecurity compliance. This is not a solicitation for proposals.
Purpose & Scope
This JEFO covers the procurement of annual maintenance service and support for BD Parata Pharmacy Workflow, Automation (Mini and Max), Will Call (IntelliCab), and Unit-Dose (ATP2) Systems. Key deliverables include equipment repair and software updates, which are essential to maintain operational equipment and ensure Risk Management Framework (RMF) cybersecurity compliance. Updates are pushed to facilities monthly or as required.
Contract Details
Services will be ordered under existing Contract SPE2D1-22-D-0009. The period for these sole-source Service Maintenance Agreement (SMA) orders extends from the date of approval through March 31st, 2032. The estimated total cost for the remaining 6 years of the contract is based on an annual estimate, with additional funds remaining for sole-source SMA orders.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This is a sole-source justification, citing FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(B) due to the unique and highly specialized nature of the supplies/services. BD Parata Systems is identified as the only manufacturer and provider capable of meeting the requirement.
Market Research & Evaluation
Market research conducted since September 2013, with the most recent in May 2025, indicated no other sources could satisfy the requirement and be compatible with existing software/licenses. Pricing from BD Parata has been determined to be fair and reasonable. DLA Troop Support will continue market research to identify potential competitive barriers for future acquisitions.
Response Information
This document is a justification for an exception to fair opportunity and is not a solicitation for proposals. Therefore, submission and evaluation sections are not applicable.