Richmond City Justice Center Inmate Pharmaceutical Services

The City of Richmond, on behalf of the Sheriff’s Office, is seeking a qualified pharmacy provider to deliver comprehensive medication services to inmates at the Richmond City Justice Center. The contractor will be responsible for timely fulfillment of prescription and non‑prescription orders, management of STAT and urgent medications, implementation of an electronic ordering system, maintenance of accurate electronic pharmacy records, monthly and quarterly reporting, and coordination with the existing medical services provider. Additional duties include staff training, participation in audits and hearings, development of a drug formulary, and compliance with federal, state, and correctional health standards. The contract will be administered by the Sheriff, with workspace and utilities supplied by the City, while the contractor must provide all pharmacy equipment, licensed pharmacists, and related supplies. • Service area: 400,000‑sq‑ft Justice Center housing ~1,032 inmates • Scope: prescription fulfillment (24‑hr), STAT meds (≤15 min), after‑hours urgent meds, electronic ordering, record‑keeping, reporting, training, audits • Required licensure: Virginia Board of Pharmacy, DEA Schedule II‑V compliance • Staffing: licensed pharmacists, support staff, background‑checked, drug‑tested, vaccinated per City policy • Contract term: not explicitly stated (typical multi‑year public‑sector pharmacy contract) • Submission deadline: October 8, 2026 2:00 PM • Pre‑bid teleconference: September 15, 2026 (non‑mandatory)