6505--RFI - DRAFT SOW for PPV 2028

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Contract Opportunity

SUBJECT
Department of Veterans Affairs Pharmaceutical Prime Vendor 2028

GENERAL INFORMATION
CONTRACTING OFFICE S ZIP CODE
60141
SOLICITATION NUMBER
36W79726Q0001
RESPONSE DATE/TIME/ZONE
07-02-2026 11AM CENTRAL TIME, CHICAGO, USA
NAICS CODE
325412
CONTRACTING OFFICE ADDRESS
Department of Veterans Affairs
National Acquisition Center
National Contract Service
Bldg 37, PO Box 76
60141
POINT OF CONTACT
Karen Ade
Karen.Ade@va.gov
708-786-5231
DESCRIPTION
Department of Veterans Affairs
Request for Industry Review and Comments on Draft Statement of Work (SOW)
Pharmaceutical Prime Vendor (PPV) 2028
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking industry review and feedback on the attached DRAFT Statement of Work (SOW), Definitions and Distribution Fee Categories for the Pharmaceutical Prime Vendor 2028 acquisition. This early engagement is intended to ensure the final SOW is clear, comprehensive and structured to support effective competition from qualified vendors.
Industry is invited to provide input including, but not limited to:
Identification of unclear, conflicting, or ambiguous requirements
Comments on technical or operational requirements that may affect performance
Suggestions related to distribution operations, inventory management, reporting, data exchange, or order fulfillment processes
Noted risks, barriers, or areas where additional definition would be beneficial
Suggestions to improve efficiency, or alignment with industry best practices
Industry feedback at this stage helps the VA refine requirements and improve acquisition outcomes. The VA may contact respondents for clarification of submitted comments. Feedback received may be considered in the development of subsequent SOW revisions and acquisition documentation. Participation in this review is voluntary and is not a prerequisite for participation in any future solicitation.
Submission Instructions:
Provide feedback no later than 11AM Central July 2, 2026
Send responses via email to Karen.Ade@va.gov
Include the following in your submission:
Company Name
Point of contact name, phone and email
UEI and CAGE Code
Socioeconomic designation(s), if applicable
Important Notes:
This announcement is not a solicitation and does not obligate the Government to issue a solicitation or award.
No contract will be awarded from this notice
Participation in this review (or lack thereof) does not preclude any vendor from submitting a proposal to the future PPV 2028 solicitation.
All feedback will be used for market research and SOW refinement purposes only.
The Government will not reimburse any costs associated with providing comments or participating in any related activities.
The VA appreciates industry s time and expertise in supporting the development of a strong, effective SOW for the PPV 2028 program.
The VA appreciates industry s participation in helping to shape a clear and effective SOW for the PPV 2028 program, which supports delivery of pharmaceutical products to VA medical centers nationwide.

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