Q999--CMOP National Aphena Repackaging Bridge Contract (VA-26-00063085)
Overview
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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) has awarded a $7.2 million sole-source bridge contract to Aphena Pharma Solutions-Tennessee, LLC for CMOP National Pharmaceutical Repackaging Services. This award ensures continuity of critical services for the seven Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) facilities from May 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026, or until a long-term contract is awarded.
Scope of Work
This contract covers essential pharmaceutical repackaging services required to maintain the operational integrity and service delivery of the VA's seven CMOP facilities. These services are vital for providing medications to Veterans without interruption.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Bridge Contract (IDIQ, sole-source)
- Awardee: Aphena Pharma Solutions-Tennessee, LLC (UEI: KE13UAQL1N24)
- Award Number: 36C77026D0009
- Award Date: May 1, 2026
- Period of Performance: May 1, 2026, to October 31, 2026
- Award Amount: $7,200,000.00 (maximum for this bridge IDIQ)
- Set-Aside: Not applicable (sole-source award)
- Published Date: May 14, 2026
Justification & Evaluation
This contract was awarded under FAR 6.302-1, citing "Only one responsible source," based on a Justification and Approval (J&A) for Other Than Full and Open Competition. The J&A details the critical need to prevent a lapse in pharmaceutical repackaging services for Veteran care while the VA finalizes a long-term procurement solution.
Additional Notes
This bridge contract is a temporary measure to maintain essential services. Bidders interested in providing long-term pharmaceutical repackaging services to the VA's CMOP facilities should monitor future SAM.gov solicitations for the larger, competitive procurement. Contact: Renee M Kreutzer, Contracting Officer, renee.kreutzer@va.gov, 913-684-0142.