Cameron County Pharmaceuticals & Services RFP #1610 - 2026
Cameron County, Cameron County, TX·County
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- Reported Agency
- Cameron County Purchasing
- Contract Term
- 3 years
- Scope Location
- Brownsville, TX
- Submission Address
- 1100 East Monroe St, Brownsville, Texas 78520
SUMMARY
Cameron County is soliciting proposals for RFP #1610 to provide pharmaceuticals and related services, including prescription and over-the-counter medications. The scope covers three jail facilities (CRDC, DC1, and Old County Jail), Juvenile Probation, and the Health Department. Services include dispensing, packaging, delivery, cost alerts, and providing alternatives for approximately 3,800 monthly dispensings for jail inmates and 1,470 for Health/WIC. The county utilizes the Fusion EMR system and prefers a 'Cost Plus' pricing method with per-pill costs due to short inmate stays. Deliveries are required daily to three locations in Olmito and Brownsville, TX. Proposals must be signed and initialed on each page and submitted by the deadline of August 19, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Pricing (35 points) based on a pro rata factor of the best price submitted across categories.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Signed addendums, Exhibit A tab sheet
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this RFP from Cameron County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 19, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 1100 East Monroe St, Brownsville, Texas 78520.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Pricing (35 points) based on a pro rata factor of the best price submitted across categories." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cameron County?
All active and historical solicitations from Cameron County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Cameron County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Signed addendums, Exhibit A tab sheet. Review the full document from Cameron County for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Cameron County in TX, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Brownsville, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
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