Lidocaine 5% Patches—Request for Information

Background
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting market research to identify vendors capable of supplying Lidocaine 5% patches. This notice serves as a sources sought notice for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The VA is not obligated to award a contract as a result of this notice, and responses are strictly voluntary.

Work Details
The requirement is for Lidocaine 5% patches, specifically L0515: Lidocaine 5% Patches, in boxes of 30. The product is a prescription local anesthetic patch designed to numb nerves and relieve neuropathic pain. Key specifications include:
- Size: 10 cm × 14 cm rectangular patch
- Composition: 700 mg active lidocaine (50 mg per gram of adhesive)
- Layers: Adhesive drug layer, nonwoven polyester felt backing, and removable clear plastic release liner
- Inactive Ingredients: Glycerin, gelatin, urea, kaolin, polyvinyl alcohol, among others.

Delivery requirements include:
- Delivery Frequency: Every two weeks
- Quantity: Two-week supply consistent with monthly estimates.

Estimated Monthly Quantities by Site:
- Site 760: 19,200 boxes/month
- Site 761: 28,800 boxes/month
- Site 762: 42,000 boxes/month
- Site 763: 60,000 boxes/month
- Site 764: 21,000 boxes/month
- Site 765: 39,000 boxes/month
- Site 766: 37,200 boxes/month.

Period of Performance
Base Period: One (1) three-month period with options for three (3) additional three-month periods for a total potential performance of up to 12 months.

Place of Performance
Department of Veterans Affairs facilities across various sites as specified in the estimated monthly quantities.

Bidder Requirements
Vendors responding to this notice should provide their company name, address, point of contact information including email and phone number, UEI number, business size and socioeconomic category (e.g., Small Business, SDVOSB), demonstrated capability to supply the required quantities including any production or distribution limits, available contracts (e.g., FSS, DAPA, ECAT), delivery lead times and logistics capabilities.