Opportunity
University of Iowa Ionwave #18604
Pharmacy Distribution Consulting Services for University of Iowa Health Care
Posted
June 23, 2026
Respond By
July 08, 2026
Identifier
18604
NAICS
541614
The University of Iowa Health Care is seeking consulting services to optimize its pharmacy distribution program across its healthcare system. - Government Buyer: - University of Iowa Health Care, Purchasing Office - Scope of Services: - Comprehensive assessment of the current pharmacy distribution program - Market benchmarking and financial analysis - Strategic advisory services for pharmacy distribution - Development of data analytics and performance measurement tools - Support for future competitive bids and contract negotiations - Requirements: - Suppliers must demonstrate experience with similar institutions - Proposals must include detailed fee structures and references - Suppliers must not be subsidiaries of wholesalers that may bid on University business - Execution of a nondisclosure agreement and Business Associate Agreement if handling protected health information - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named, as this is a consulting services procurement - Initial contract term is one year, with up to four annual extensions (maximum five years total)
Description
The University of Iowa is soliciting written proposals from qualified suppliers to provide Pharmacy Distribution assessment and consulting services. The scope includes assessing the current pharmacy distribution program, market benchmarking, financial analysis, strategic advisory, data analytics, and potential support for competitive bids. The University emphasizes the extensive nature of the bid and advises suppliers to allow ample time for submission. The contract duration is initially one year with possible extensions up to five years.