County of Alameda RFP 902795 Pharmacy Benefit Management Services 2026
Alameda CountyCounty · Oakland, CA- Due
- Nov 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Azizullah Ramesh
- (510) 208-3905
The 30-second brief
The County of Alameda Behavioral Health Department (ACBHD) is seeking proposals for Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) services under RFP No. 902795. The contractor will administer prescription coverage for approximately 50,000 annual patients, including uninsured individuals, HealthPAC, Medi-Cal, and Medicare Part D participants, utilizing a fully transparent pass-through pricing model. Required services include 24/7 electronic claims adjudication, 340B third-party administration, eligibility administration, retail pharmacy network management across Alameda County supporting multiple languages, rebate administration, and EHR system integration. The contract term is three years with an option to renew for two additional years. Responses are due by November 4, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., submitted via the County of Alameda Procurement Portal. A mandatory virtual bidders conference is scheduled for October 8, 2026, and written questions are due by October 9, 2026.
Cost: 15 Points, Description of Proposed Services/PBM Program: 25 Points, Account Management/Customer Services: 20 Points, Implementation Plan and Schedule: 20 Points, Relevant Experience: 15 Points, References: 5 Points, Vendor Interview & Demonstration, Local Preference: 5%, Small and Local or Emerging and Local Preference: 5%
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Summary
The County of Alameda Behavioral Health Department (ACBHD) is seeking proposals for Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) services under RFP No. 902795.
The contractor will administer prescription coverage for approximately 50,000 annual patients, including uninsured individuals, HealthPAC, Medi-Cal, and Medicare Part D participants, utilizing a fully transparent pass-through pricing model. Required services include 24/7 electronic claims adjudication, 340B third-party administration, eligibility administration, retail pharmacy network management across Alameda County supporting multiple languages, rebate administration, and EHR system integration. The contract term is three years with an option to renew for two additional years. Responses are due by November 4, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., submitted via the County of Alameda Procurement Portal. A mandatory virtual bidders conference is scheduled for October 8, 2026, and written questions are due by October 9, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Cost: 15 Points
- Description of Proposed Services/PBM Program: 25 Points
- Account Management/Customer Services: 20 Points
- Implementation Plan and Schedule: 20 Points
- Relevant Experience: 15 Points
- References: 5 Points
- Vendor Interview & Demonstration
- Local Preference: 5%
- Small and Local or Emerging and Local Preference: 5%
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit A Bid Response Packet, Exhibit B HIPAA Business Associate Agreement
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/acgov
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Oakland, CA
- Reported agency
- County of Alameda
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Alameda County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 4, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/acgov. For questions, contact Azizullah Ramesh.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Alameda County in CA, 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.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Azizullah Ramesh at (510) 208-3905. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Cost: 15 Points, Description of Proposed Services/PBM Program: 25 Points, Account Management/Customer Services: 20 Points, Implementation Plan and Schedule: 20 Points, Relevant Experience: 15 Points,..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Alameda County?
All active and historical solicitations from Alameda County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Alameda 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: Exhibit A Bid Response Packet, Exhibit B HIPAA Business Associate Agreement. Review the full document from Alameda County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Oakland, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.