How to bid on Compounding Sterile Hazardous Chemotherapy Agents for VA

What the VA is buying

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is seeking a vendor to supply hazardous pharmacy compounding agents. These agents are for the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System, located at 2400 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119. This is an opportunity for businesses that can provide these specialized healthcare supplies to a federal agency.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. If you have questions about this opportunity, they must be submitted by close of business on August 3, 2026. All quotes are due by August 10, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Central Standard Time (CST). Only electronic quotes will be accepted.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms specializing in the manufacturing or supply of pharmaceutical preparations, specifically hazardous pharmacy compounding agents. The applicable NAICS code is 325412, which covers pharmaceutical preparation manufacturing. This is an unrestricted solicitation, meaning all eligible businesses can submit a quote.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation details, you will need to click the “View original source” link. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required.

All questions and concerns must be submitted via email to Tiffany Conner at [email protected] by the August 3, 2026 deadline. Electronic quotes must be emailed to [email protected] by the August 10, 2026 deadline. Phone calls will not be accepted for inquiries or submissions.

Tips for a competitive response

Ensure your quote clearly addresses all requirements outlined in the solicitation. Since only electronic quotes are accepted, double-check that your submission is in the correct format and sent to the specified email address before the deadline. Pay close attention to the specific type of compounding agents requested and confirm your ability to supply them.

For any questions, submit them early via email to allow sufficient time for a response and to incorporate any clarifications into your quote. Verify that your company is registered and compliant with all federal contracting requirements, as this is a standard expectation for government bids.