SAM #36C24726Q0877

VA Solicitation for Tear-Resistant Anti-Ligature Blankets for Mental Health Units

The Department of Veterans Affairs, W.J.B. Dorn VA Medical Center is seeking offers for tear-resistant, anti-ligature blankets for the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center's inpatient mental health units. - Government Buyer: - Department of Veterans Affairs - Sub-agency: W.J.B. Dorn VA Medical Center - Delivery location: Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center, Charleston, SC - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs named; referenced product is 'Tricot Extreme Tear Resistant Blanket' (part number 3013navy00) - Products Requested: - Approximately 150 anti-ligature, tear-resistant blankets - Part number: 3013navy00 - Size: 55x83 inches (145x210cm), weight approx. 3.3-3.5 kg - Medical-grade, flame-resistant, latex-free, fleece filling - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Blankets must be anti-ligature (reduce self-harm risk), tear and flame resistant, latex-free, non-toxic - No metal components, zippers, snaps, strings, or detachable parts - Durable for repeated institutional laundering - Must include a manufacturer’s warranty against defects - Contractor must replace nonconforming items at no additional cost - Compliance with healthcare industry standards and federal safety regulations - Delivery required within 30 calendar days after award; inspection and acceptance within 5 business days; 10-day cure period for deficiencies

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PAGE 1 OF 1. REQUISITION NO. 2. CONTRACT NO. 3. AWARD/EFFECTIVE DATE 4. ORDER NO. 5. SOLICITATION NUMBER 6. SOLICITATION ISSUE DATE a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NO. (No Collect Calls) 8. OFFER DUE DATE/LOCAL TIME 9. ISSUED BY CODE 10. THIS ACQUISITION IS UNRESTRICTED OR SET ASIDE: % FOR: SMALL BUSINESS HUBZONE SMALL BUSINESS SERVICE-DISABLED VETERAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS (WOSB) ELIGIBLE UNDER THE WOMEN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS PROGRAM EDWOSB 8(A) NAICS: _____________ SIZE STANDARD: __________ 11. DELIVERY FOR FOB DESTINATION UNLESS BLOCK IS MARKED: SEE SCHEDULE 12. DISCOUNT TERMS 13a. THIS CONTRACT IS A RATED ORDER UNDER DPAS (15 CFR 700) 13b. RATING 14. METHOD OF SOLICITATION RFQ IFB RFP 15. DELIVER TO CODE 16. ADMINISTERED BY CODE 17a. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR CODE FACILITY CODE 18a. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY CODE TELEPHONE NO. UEI: __________ EFT: __________ PHONE: __________ FAX: __________ 17b. CHECK IF REMITTANCE IS DIFFERENT AND PUT SUCH ADDRESS IN OFFER 18b. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN BLOCK 18a UNLESS BLOCK BELOW IS CHECKED SEE ADDENDUM 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. ITEM NO. SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT (Use Reverse and/or Attach Additional Sheets as Necessary) 25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA 26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Govt. Use Only) 27a. SOLICITATION INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-3 AND 52.212-5 ARE ATTACHED. ADDENDA ARE NOT ATTACHED. 27b. CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-5 IS ATTACHED. ADDENDA ARE NOT ATTACHED 28. CONTRACTOR IS REQUIRED TO SIGN THIS DOCUMENT AND RETURN _________ 29. AWARD OF CONTRACT: REF. ________________________________ OFFER COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND DATED _____________________________. YOUR OFFER ON SOLICITATION (BLOCK 5), INCLUDING ANY ADDITIONS OR CHANGES WHICH ARE SET FORTH HEREIN IS ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS: 30a. SIGNATURE OF OFFEROR/CONTRACTOR 31a. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (SIGNATURE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER) 30b. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (TYPE OR PRINT) 30c. DATE SIGNED 31b. NAME OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (TYPE OR PRINT) 31c. DATE SIGNED AUTHORIZED FOR LOCAL REPRODUCTION (REV. NOV 2021) PREVIOUS EDITION IS NOT USABLE Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.212 7. FOR SOLICITATION INFORMATION CALL: STANDARD FORM 1449 SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, & 30 12 36C24726Q0877 08-24-2026 Joseph Locke 803-979-0338 08-30-2026 10:00 EDT Department of Veterans Affairs W.J.B. Dorn VA Medical Center 6439 Garners Ferry Road Columbia SC 29209-1639 X 314120 750 Employees N/A X See Delivery Schedule Department of Veterans Affairs W.J.B. Dorn VA Medical Center 6439 Garners Ferry Road Columbia SC 29209-1639 Department of Veterans Affairs FMS-VA-2(101) Financial Services Center PO Box 149971 Austin TX 78714-9971 See CONTINUATION Page Tear Resistant Blankets for Mental Health Service Line See CONTINUATION Page X 36C24726Q0877 Page 1 of Page 2 of 13 Page 1 of Table of Contents SECTION A 1 A.1 SF 1449 SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER FOR COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES 1 SECTION B - CONTINUATION OF SF 1449 BLOCKS 4 B.1 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA 4 B.2 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE 10 ITEM INFORMATION 10 B.3 DELIVERY SCHEDULE 10 SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES 11 SECTION D - CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, OR ATTACHMENTS 12 SECTION E - SOLICITATION PROVISIONS 13 Page 1 of Page 3 of 13 Page 1 of The requirement is for anti-ligature blankets for mental health departments to enhance patient safety and reduce the risk of self-harm. The blankets are specifically designed for behavior health settings using tear-resistant, anti-ligature construction that cannot be easily altered into a ligature. 36C24726Q0877 Page 1 of Page 10 of 13 Page 1 of SECTION B - CONTINUATION OF SF 1449 BLOCKS B.1 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA 1. Contract Administration: All contract administration matters will be handled by the following individuals: a. CONTRACTOR: b. GOVERNMENT: Contracting Officer 36C247 Department of Veterans Affairs W.J.B. Dorn VA Medical Center 6439 Garners Ferry Road Columbia SC 29209-1639 2. CONTRACTOR REMITTANCE ADDRESS: All payments by the Government to the contractor will be made in accordance with: 52.232-33, Payment by Electronic Funds Transfer System For Award Management, or 52.232-36, Payment by Third Party 3. INVOICES: Invoices shall be submitted in arrears: a. Quarterly b. Semi-Annually c. Other 4. GOVERNMENT INVOICE ADDRESS: All Invoices from the contractor shall be submitted electronically in accordance with VAAR Clause 852.232-72 Electronic Submission of Payment Requests. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS: The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the Solicitation numbered and dated as follows: AMENDMENT NO DATE Statement of Requirement (SOR) Anti-Ligature Mental Health Blankets Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center Charleston, South Carolina 1. Purpose The Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center (VAMC) requires the purchase and delivery of anti-ligature mental health blankets for inpatient mental health units. These blankets are intended to enhance patient safety by reducing opportunities for self-harm while providing warmth, comfort, and dignity for Veterans receiving behavioral health care. 2. Scope The contractor shall provide new, commercial, medical-grade anti-ligature blankets designed specifically for psychiatric and behavioral health environments. All products shall be free from defects, meet applicable healthcare industry standards, and be suitable for repeated institutional laundering. 3. Requirements The blankets shall meet the following minimum specifications: Anti-ligature design that minimizes opportunities for self-harm. Tear-resistant and durable construction suitable for high-risk behavioral health settings. Flame-resistant in accordance with applicable federal safety standards. Soft, lightweight, and comfortable for patient use. Resistant to shrinkage, fading, and deterioration after repeated commercial laundering. Free from metal components, zippers, snaps, strings, or detachable parts. Latex-free and non-toxic materials. Color selected by the Government. Manufacturer's warranty against defects. The blankets shall meet or exceed the stated salient characteristics: Material: 100% TearSafe Tensile Strength: Length: 1000N Width: 850N Tear Strength: Length: 60N Width: 60N Blanket size: 145x210cm (57 x 82.6 inches) Passes the cigarette test according to EN ISO12952 Fire Test: DIN EN ISO 12952-2 section 5: Pass Sustainability: OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 Class 2 Conformity: CE MD Class 1 MDR2017/745/EU Washing: Visibility of blood on camera surveillance Weight: 3.3 KG (7.28 lbs) Exceptional Tear Strength: Features a high tensile and tear strength (lengthwise tear strength of 790N and widthwise of 480N; Level 4 fabric tear strength). Elastic Knit Structure: Employs a specialized knit layout that distributes physical force across the entire fabric, making it extremely difficult to grip and rip. Weighted Effect: Weighs approximately 3.5 kg (when filled), providing a calming, secure, deep-pressure sensation for distressed patients. Quilted Durability: Stitched securely with robust, heavy-duty yarns to prevent unraveling or the extraction of threads for weapons or hanging mechanisms. Soft and Flexible Material: Offers high comfort and flexibility for long-term daily use, unlike stiff traditional anti-suicide blankets. Fire Testing: Tested to standard fire safety regulations (EN 10952-1 & 2) for flame and cigarette resistance. Filling Options: Available with a fleece filling for cold environments or without filling for warmer conditions or moisture-absorbing mattress layering. 4. Quantity The Government anticipates purchasing approximately 150 anti-ligature blankets. Final quantities will be identified on the purchase order. 5. Delivery Delivery shall be made within 30 calendar days after award unless otherwise specified. Delivery Location: Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical CenterAttn: Environmental Management Service (EMS)109 Bee StreetCharleston, SC 29401 6. Inspection, Acceptance, and Quality Verification 6.1 Inspection Timeline All delivered items will be inspected by the Government within five (5) business days of receipt. Inspection will include visual examination, packaging integrity review, and verification of compliance with all SOW requirements. 6.2 Acceptance Criteria Products will be accepted only if they meet all of the following conditions: Conform to all technical specifications in Section 3. Are delivered in new, unused, and undamaged condition. Contain no manufacturing defects, tears, fraying, or material inconsistencies. Are free of prohibited components (e.g., zippers, snaps, cords, metal, or detachable parts). Are properly labeled and consistent with manufacturer specifications. Pass institutional suitability requirements for behavioral health use. Acceptance will be documented by the Government upon successful completion of inspection. 6.3 Rejection Criteria Items will be rejected if any of the following are identified: Nonconformance with required specifications. Damage incurred prior to or during delivery. Evidence of poor workmanship or material failure. Failure to meet safety or anti-ligature design requirements. Incomplete or incorrect shipments. 6.4 Cure Period and Notification The Government will notify the contractor of rejected or nonconforming items within five (5) business days of inspection completion. The contractor shall have a cure period of ten (10) calendar days from the date of notification to correct deficiencies. 6.5 Replacement and Return Requirements The contractor shall replace all nonconforming or rejected items at no additional cost to the Government. Replacement items must be new and fully compliant with all SOW requirements. All replacement deliveries shall be completed within ten (10) calendar days after receipt of rejection notice, unless otherwise approved in writing by the Contracting Officer. The contractor is responsible for all shipping, handling, and return logistics associated with rejected items. 7. Contractor Responsibilities The contractor shall: Deliver all products in new, unused condition. Ensure all items are properly packaged to prevent damage during shipment. Replace damaged or defective items at no additional cost. Provide product literature and manufacturer warranty information with delivery. Respond promptly to Government rejection notices and coordinate replacement shipments. 8. Government Responsibilities The Government will: Designate a point of contact for delivery coordination. Inspect delivered products for compliance within established timelines. Provide written notification of acceptance or rejection. Accept products that meet all contract requirements. 9. Performance Standards The contractor shall provide products that: Meet all specifications identified in this SOW. Are delivered on time. Arrive free of damage or defects. Are suitable for continuous use in an inpatient mental health environment. Are fully replaceable within required cure and correction timelines when deficiencies are identified. RECORDS MANAGEMENT OBLIGATIONS A. Applicability This clause applies to all Contractors whose employees create, work with, or otherwise handle Federal records, as defined in Section B, regardless of the medium in which the record exists. B. Definitions Federal Record as defined in 44 U.S.C. § 3301, includes all recorded information, regardless of form or characteristics, made or received by a Federal agency under Federal law or in connection with the transaction of public business and preserved or appropriate for preservation by that agency or its legitimate successor as evidence of the organization, functions, policies, decisions, procedures, operations, or other activities of the United States Government or because of the informational value of data in them. The term Federal record: includes [Agency] records. does not include personal materials. applies to records created, received, or maintained by Contractors pursuant to their [Agency] contract. may include deliverables and documentation associated with deliverables. C. Requirements Contractor shall comply with all applicable records management laws and regulations, as well as National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) records policies, including but not limited to the Federal Records Act (44 U.S.C. chs. 21, 29, 31, 33), NARA regulations at 36 CFR Chapter XII Subchapter B, and those policies associated with the safeguarding of records covered by the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a). These policies include the preservation of all records, regardless of form or characteristics, mode of transmission, or state of completion. In accordance with 36 CFR 1222.32, all data created for Government use and delivered to, or falling under the legal control of, the Government are Federal records subject to the provisions of 44 U.S.C. chapters 21, 29, 31, and 33, the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) (5 U.S.C. 552), as amended, and the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. 552a), as amended and must be managed and scheduled for disposition only as permitted by statute or regulation. In accordance with 36 CFR 1222.32, Contractor shall maintain all records created for Government use or created in the course of performing the contract and/or delivered to, or under the legal control of the Government and must be managed in accordance with Federal law. Electronic records and associated metadata must be accompanied by sufficient technical documentation to permit understanding and use of the records and data. RHJ VAHCS and its contractors are responsible for preventing the alienation or unauthorized destruction of records, including all forms of mutilation. Records may not be removed from the legal custody of RHJ VAHCS or destroyed except for in accordance with the provisions of the agency records schedules and with the written concurrence of the Head of the Contracting Activity. Willful and unlawful destruction, damage or alienation of Federal records is subject to the fines and penalties imposed by 18 U.S.C. 2701. In the event of any unlawful or accidental removal, defacing, alteration, or destruction of records, Contractor must report to RHJ VAHCS. The agency must report promptly to NARA in accordance with 36 CFR 1230. The Contractor shall immediately notify the appropriate Contracting Officer upon discovery of any inadvertent or unauthorized disclosures of information, data, documentary materials, records or equipment. Disclosure of non-public information is limited to authorized personnel with a need-to-know as described in the [contract vehicle]. The Contractor shall ensure that the appropriate personnel, administrative, technical, and physical safeguards are established to ensure the security and confidentiality of this information, data, documentary material, records and/or equipment is properly protected. The Contractor shall not remove material from Government facilities or systems, or facilities or systems operated or maintained on the Government's behalf, without the express written permission of the Head of the Contracting Activity. When information, data, documentary material, records and/or equipment is no longer required, it shall be returned to RHJ VAHCS control, or the Contractor must hold it until otherwise directed. Items returned to the Government shall be hand carried, mailed, emailed, or securely electronically transmitted to the Contracting Officer or address prescribed in the [contract vehicle]. Destruction of records is EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED unless in accordance with Paragraph (4). The Contractor is required to obtain the Contracting Officer's approval prior to engaging in any contractual relationship (sub-contractor) in support of this contract requiring the disclosure of information, documentary material and/or records generated under, or relating to, contracts. The Contractor (and any sub-contractor) is required to abide by Government and [FACILITY] guidance for protecting sensitive, proprietary information, classified, and controlled unclassified information. The Contractor shall only use Government IT equipment for purposes specifically tied to or authorized by the contract and in accordance with RHJ VAHCS policy. The Contractor shall not create or maintain any records containing any non-public RHJ VAHCS information that are not specifically tied to or authorized by the contract. The Contractor shall not retain, use, sell, or disseminate copies of any deliverable that contains information covered by the Privacy Act of 1974 or that which is generally protected from public disclosure by an exemption to the Freedom of Information Act. The RHJ VAHCS owns the rights to all data and records produced as part of this contract. All deliverables under the contract are the property of the U.S. Government for which [FACILITY] shall have unlimited rights to use, dispose of, or disclose such data contained therein as it determines to be in the public interest. Any Contractor rights in the data or deliverables must be identified as required by FAR 52.227-11 through FAR 52.227-20. Training. All Contractor employees assigned to this contract who create, work with, or otherwise handle records are required to take RHJVAHCS-provided records management training. The Contractor is responsible for confirming training has been completed according to agency policies, including initial training and any annual or refresher training. D. Flow-down of requirements to Subcontractors The Contractor shall incorporate the substance of this clause, its terms and requirements including this paragraph, in all subcontracts under this [contract vehicle], and require written subcontractor acknowledgment of same. Violation by a subcontractor of any provision set forth in this clause will be attributed to the Contractor. B.2 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE ITEM INFORMATION ITEM NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT 0001 150.00 EA ____________ ____________ 3013navy00 Tricot Extreme Tear Resistant Blankets w/fleece size 55x83 OR EQUALLOCAL STOCK NUMBER: 3013Navy00 GRAND TOTAL _______________ B.3 DELIVERY SCHEDULE Delivery Location: Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical CenterAttn: Environmental Management Service (EMS)109 Bee StreetCharleston, SC 29401 ITEM NUMBER SHIPPING INFORMATION QUANTITY DELIVERY DATE 0001 150.00 36C24726Q0877 Page 1 of Page 11 of 13 Page 1 of SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES FAR Number Title Date 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (DEVIATION) OCT 2025 52.222-90 ADDRESSING DEI DISCRIMINATION BY FEDERAL CONTRACTORS (DEVIATION) APR 2026 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE FEB 1998 52.225-3 BUY AMERICAN FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS ISRAELI TRADE ACT (DEVIATION) ALTERNATE II (NOV 2025) NOV 2025 52.232-33 PAYMENT BY ELECTRONIC FUNDS TRANSFER SYSTEM FOR AWARD MANAGEMENT OCT 2018 852.215-70 SERVICE-DISABLED VETERAN-OWNED AND VETERAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS EVALUATION FACTORS (DEVIATION) JAN 2023 852.232-72 ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION OF PAYMENT REQUESTS NOV 2018 852.246-71 REJECTED GOODS OCT 2018 (End of Addendum to 52.212-4) 36C24726Q0877 Page 1 of Page 12 of 13 Page 1 of SECTION D - CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, OR ATTACHMENTS 36C24726Q0877 Page 1 of Page 13 of 13 Page 1 of SECTION E - SOLICITATION PROVISIONS FAR Number Title Date 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (DEVIATION) OCT 2025 52.216-1 TYPE OF CONTRACT (DEVIATION) NOV 2025 52.225-4 BUY AMERICAN FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS ISRAELI TRADE ACT CERTIFICATE (DEVIATION) ALTERNATE II (JAN 2025) NOV 2025 52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE FEB 1998 END OF ADDENDUM TO 52.212-1 52.212-2 Evaluation of Commercial Products and Commercial Services (Deviation) OCT 2025

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