6515-- 534-26-4-5036-0466/Resistant Blankets for Mental Health Service/ (VA-26-00086533)

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 DESTINA- TION 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 ARE NOT ATTACHED. 27b. CONTRACT/PURCHASE ORDER INCORPORATES BY REFERENCE FAR 52.212-4. FAR 52.212-5 IS ATTACHED. ADDENDA ARE 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 DELIVER ALL ITEMS SET FORTH OR OTHERWISE IDENTIFIED ABOVE AND ON ANY (BLOCK 5), INCLUDING ANY ADDITIONS OR CHANGES WHICH ARE ADDITIONAL SHEETS SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS SPECIFIED 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 Passes the cigarette test according to EN ISO12952 Fire Test: DIN EN ISO 12952-2 section 5: Pass Sustainability: 0EKO-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 Center Attn: Environmental Management Service (EMS) 109 Bee Street Charleston, 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…