How to bid on Pharmacy Technician Services for FCI Gilmer, Department of Justice

What the agency is buying

The Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Prisons, is seeking contractor services for pharmacy technicians at FCI Gilmer in Glenville, West Virginia. This is an opportunity for healthcare providers to offer specialized support to a federal facility.

Vendors should carefully review the statement of work to ensure their bid aligns with the exact services required. This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for commercial items.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on July 29, 2026. All offers must be submitted to the Contracting Office no later than 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time on August 28, 2026. Quotes received after this deadline will be processed according to Federal Acquisition Regulation 52.212-1(f).

It is crucial to submit your offer on time, as late submissions may not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is a 100% small-business set-aside, making it suitable for small businesses in the healthcare sector, specifically those providing pharmacy technician services. Vendors must have an active and up-to-date registration in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).

The government will award to a responsive and responsible vendor whose offer conforms to the solicitation and provides the best value. Past performance will be considered approximately equal in value to price.

How to respond

To respond, you must complete the Standard Form (SF) 1449, specifically blocks 17a, 20, 30a, 30b, and 30c. Include your email address and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number in block 20. Original signatures are required on submitted quotes.

You also need to complete the attached quote sheets, ensuring your offeror name and UEI number are in the header section. All required forms and quote sheets must be submitted via email to [email protected]. Faxed bids or hand-carried quotes will not be accepted. Do not submit quotes to any other locations.

Tips for a competitive response

Ensure your SAM.gov registration is active and current before submitting your offer. An inactive or outdated registration can lead to your offer not being accepted.

Carefully review the entire solicitation package, especially the statement of work, to ensure your bid meets all specified requirements. Pay close attention to quantity, delivery dates, specifications, packaging, labeling, and invoicing procedures.

Since past performance is a significant factor, ensure your proposal highlights any relevant positive past performance. If you have any questions, contact Jessica Hutchison, the Contracting Officer, at 304-626-2500, ext. 1082, before the deadline.