This program has been in existence since 1985 and has grown to over 2500 participating facilities in 37 states. Both wholesalers have distribution centers located throughout the United States. A secondary contract with Kendall Healthcare is also available to eligible agencies. New members are added weekly, increasing the buying power of this unique program. The complete participant list is sent quarterly.
Manufacturers submit their responses for review at the annual contract award meeting.
A pharmacist and a purchasing official designated by EACH participating state are brought in for the annual award meeting to work on the pharmaceutical awards. Prime vendor wholesalers also participate in these meetings. The containers are available through the prime vendor wholesalers. Eligibility to obtain pharmaceutical items, wholesaler services, returned goods processing, and medical supplies at a reduced contract price. This eliminates the resources required by the participating states and facilities to provide this service.