Pharmacy Services

The State of Missouri Department of Mental Health is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive pharmacy services for its Southeast Missouri Residential Services (SEMORS) facilities in Poplar Bluff and Sikeston. The contract will be awarded for an initial one‑year period with the option to renew up to four additional one‑year terms, covering medication dispensing, inventory management, compliance with state and federal pharmacy regulations, integration with the state’s electronic health record system, and participation in the Surescripts network. The vendor must demonstrate capability to serve dual‑eligible (Medicare/Medicaid) and Medicaid‑only residents, maintain strict HIPAA and E‑Verify compliance, and adhere to Buy‑American preferences where applicable. Bids are due electronically (or by hard copy) by 2:00 pm CDT on September 10, 2026. • Scope: Full‑service pharmacy operations for two residential sites (≈65 residents) • Required certifications: Business Associate Agreement, E‑Verify, HIPAA, state‑specific compliance (Buy‑American, SDVE, etc.) • Contract length: 1 year with up to four 1‑year renewals • Estimated annual spend: roughly $35‑$38 k based on FY24‑FY26 expenditures • Submission: electronic via MissouriBUYS (preferred) or hard copy to Jefferson City, MO • Evaluation: sealed bid, lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all compliance criteria