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65 -- RFP FOR NATIONAL CONTRACT ITEM: HMG-COA REDUCTASE INHIBITOR SOL M5-Q6-96 DUE 080996 POC Teresa Hussain, Contract Specialist, 708-786-4929 SOL. M5-Q6-96 will establish a VA National Contract for HMG-CoA Reductase Inhibitor awarding both a ''first line'' or preferred drug and a ''second line'' or alternate agent to treat VA patients with hypercholesterolemia. Distribution to VA and other eligible facilities will be through the Pharmaceutical Prime Vendors. The RFP will be issued on or about 7/17/96 and will be due on 8/19/96. Fax written requests to (708) 786-4975. (0177)

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