TPN Compounder Services
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 Department of the Army is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice to identify capable vendors for Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) Compounder Services at Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC), Department of Pharmacy. This effort seeks to procure equipment, supplies, software support, and related services. Responses are due by June 19, 2026, 12 PM CST.
Purpose & Background
This notice serves as market research to identify potential sources for TPN Compounder Services, which the government intends to procure on a competitive basis. The services are crucial for BAMC's Department of Pharmacy, ensuring 24/7/365 operational support for TPN compounding.
Scope of Work
The required services include providing TPN compounder equipment, supplies, software support, configuration changes, upgrades, and licensing. Key aspects of the service include:
- 24/7/365 operational support, including emergency technical support with a 24-hour response time for critical issues.
- Annual software support, configuration changes, and necessary upgrades.
- Ensuring compounder accuracy within 5% of the programmed amount.
- Providing safeguards, maintenance, and 24-hour consultations.
- Continuous manufacturer support for the compounder and its software, including updates and problem-solving.
- Compliance with all federal regulations for Class II devices, including 510K clearance and UL-approval.
- Provision of operator's manuals, documentation, and accurate manufacturer statements.
- Availability of compound parts (e.g., replacement tubing).
- Abacus software licensing, security, upgrades, maintenance, and all necessary hardware under a "Service+" agreement.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Anticipated Firm Fixed Price contract)
- NAICS Code: 532490 (Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing)
- Size Standard: $40 million
- Set-Aside: No current set-aside; however, the requirement may be set-aside for Small Businesses (full or part) or procured through full and open competition. All Small Business Set-Aside categories will be considered.
- Estimated Period of Performance: A base year (October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2027) with four 12-month option periods, and a potential FAR 52.217-8 option for up to 6 months.
- Response Deadline: June 19, 2026, 12 PM CST
- Published Date: May 29, 2026
- Performance Commencement: October 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested parties must submit a capabilities statement (maximum 10 pages, Times New Roman, 10 pitch font) addressing:
- Past performance on similar requirements.
- Experience managing similar tasks and subcontractor teams.
- Specific technical skills.
- Ability to perform at least 50% of the work if a Small Business Set-Aside is implemented.
- Current business status (size, employees, revenue, Duns number).
- Qualification as a Small Disadvantaged, Women-Owned, HUBZone, or Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business.
- Ability to meet facility and safeguarding requirements.
Important Notes
This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a solicitation. Responses are voluntary and do not obligate the government. No funds are available for response preparation. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. All questions must be submitted to the identified contract specialists. Responses should be emailed to Colleen Rye (colleen.m.rye.civ@health.mil) and Rashonda Jones (rashonda.n.jones.civ@health.mil). Potential offerors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for any future solicitations.