RFP 902726 Pharmaceutical Supplies and Services

The County of Alameda is seeking a contractor to provide pharmaceutical supplies and services, including dispensing, packaging, and delivery, to eligible communicable disease patients and contacts in Alameda County. The contractor will work collaboratively with the Alameda County Public Health Department to prevent, control, and eliminate communicable diseases. The contract will be for a period of three years, with an option to renew for two years. The contractor must have experience providing pharmaceutical services for public health programs, particularly those involving communicable diseases. Some key requirements include: * Providing timely, compliant, and cost-effective pharmaceutical supplies and services * Dispensing medications with the lowest cost of generic medication available * Ensuring supplies of first-line TB medications and vitamin B6 are always available * Providing courier services to deliver medication and pharmaceutical supplies within Alameda County * Coordinating with ACPHD staff for prescription authorization, consultation, and reporting requirements * Maintaining adequate inventory and rapidly procuring required medications, including first- and second-line TB drugs.