Invitation to Bid for various sized non-ligature shower curtains

The State of Oregon, through the Oregon Health Authority and Oregon State Hospital, is soliciting bids under solicitation S-44300-00017510 to establish a Price Agreement for the as-needed purchase of ligature-resistant shower curtains and related accessories for OSH campuses. The requirement includes various sizes of security shower curtains, including ADA-specific and standard dimensions, as well as fabric doorway curtains made of flame-retardant polyester with antimicrobial and liquid-repellent properties. All products must feature rust-proof brass grommets, be ligature-resistant, and comply with NFPA 101 Life Safety Code fire safety standards. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of five years of experience providing shower curtains to public sector facilities and submit all proposals via the OregonBuys system by October 27, 2026, at 3:00 PM Pacific Time. The contract will be awarded to the overall lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the total bid price, with preferences applied for recycled materials, public printing, and reciprocal state preferences. Deliveries are F.O.B. destination, with the contractor bearing all transportation and handling charges and ensuring delivery within 30 days of order receipt. Payment terms are set at 45 calendar days from the invoice date. Mandatory submission documents include a bid cover sheet, reference check form, pricing form, responsibility inquiry, and a disadvantaged business outreach plan. Additionally, bidders must certify compliance with Oregon state tax laws, non-discrimination practices, and, for contracts exceeding 500,000 dollars with 50 or more employees, provide a Pay Equity Compliance Certificate.