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OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, & 30

629-26-3-7909-0634

36C25626Q1282 08-25-2026

Rachel Babin 504-507-2000 09-08-2026

10AM CDT

Department of Veterans Affairs Southeast Louisiana Veterans HCS 1515 Poydras Street

New Orleans LA 70112

X 100

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339113

800 Employees

N/A

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2400 Canal Street

New Orleans LA 70119

FSC e-Invoice Payment http://www.fsc.va.gov/fsc/einvoice.asp Invoice Setup Information 1-877-489-6135 invoice must be submitted electronically

1-877-489-6135

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SPS Reprocessing Sinks for Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System, 2400 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119.

All CLINs referenced are to be completed 180 days after award.

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POC for delivery:

Allen James 504-507-2000 x74021 allen.james@va.gov

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Rachel Babin Contracting Officer

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Table of Contents

SECTION B - CONTINUATION OF SF 1449 BLOCKS

B.1 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION DATA

B.2 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE

ITEM INFORMATION

STATEMENT OF WORK………………………………………………………………………..8

SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES

C.1 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS

AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (OCT 2025) (DEVIATION)

C.2 52.222-90 ADDRESSING DEI DISCRIMINATION BY FEDERAL CONTRACTORS

(DEVIATION APR 2026)

C.3 52.223-23 SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

C.4 52.240-91 SECURITY PROHIBITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS (NOV 2025)

(DEVIATION)

C.5 VAAR 852.219-73 VA NOTICE OF TOTAL SET-ASIDE FOR CERTIFIED

SERVICE-DISABLED VETERAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESSES (JAN 2023)

(DEVIATION)

C.6 VAAR 852.212-71 GRAY MARKET AND COUNTERFEIT ITEMS (FEB 2023)

C.7 VAAR 852.219-76 VA NOTICE OF LIMITATIONS ON SUBCONTRACTING—

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE FOR SUPPLIES AND PRODUCTS (JAN 2023)

(DEVIATION)

C.8 52.252-2 CLAUSES INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB 1998)

SECTION D - CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, OR ATTACHMENTS

SECTION E - SOLICITATION PROVISIONS

E.1 52.212-1 INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS—COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS AND

COMMERCIAL SERVICES (OCT 2025) (DEVIATION)

E.2 52.216-1 TYPE OF CONTRACT (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

E.3 52.240-90 SECURITY PROHIBITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS REPRESENTATIONS

AND CERTIFICATIONS (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

E.4 52.252-1 SOLICITATION PROVISIONS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE (FEB

1998)

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 36C256

Southeast Louisiana Veterans HCS

2. CONTRACTOR REMITTANCE ADDRESS: All payments by the Government to the contractor will be made in accordance with:

[X] 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 [X] Upon completion and acceptance

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

B.2 PRICE/COST SCHEDULE

ITEM INFORMATION

ITEM

NUMBER

DESCRIPTION OF

SUPPLIES QUANTITY UNIT UNIT PRICE AMOUNT

2.00 EA __________________ __________________

Height-adjustable sterile-processing decontamination workstation;

three basins; overall envelope not to exceed 96 in W x 32 in D;

each basin at least 24 in W x 18 in front-to-back x 10 in D; Type 304 stainless steel; complete and operational PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing PRODUCT/SERVICE CODE: 6515 - Medical and Surgical Instruments, Equipment, and Supplies

Cleanable modular organization backwall or pegboard, approximately 84-96 in W x at least 24 in H; configuration shall remain safe and usable throughout the workstation height range PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

6.00 EA __________________ __________________

Cleanable ergonomic forearm/wrist support at each basin work edge; rounded, non-sharp construction; removable or integral design acceptable PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

6.00 EA __________________ __________________

Durable, readily visible basin-volume graduations for preparing cleaning solutions; markings shall withstand routine cleaning and disinfection PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

1.00 EA __________________ __________________

Cleanable under-workstation storage/staging shelf; accessible without excessive bending or reaching and arranged to permit cleaning of the shelf and floor PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

LED task-light assembly providing uniform illumination across at least four linear feet of the workstation; sealed or protected for the wet work area PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

Supplemental LED task-light assembly providing illumination to the remaining work area; sealed or protected for the wet work area PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

Commercial-duty pre-rinse spray fixture with ergonomic handle, flexible hose, shutoff control, and backflow protection as required by code PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

Purified-water connection package with faucet and/or spray device compatible with the facility DI/RO supply; materials shall be compatible with purified water PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

Adjustable cleanable equipment-support shelf suitable for the facility leak-testing device; minimum 25 lb working capacity PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

Adjustable cleanable equipment-support shelf suitable for an automated channel-flushing device; minimum 25 lb working capacity PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

Adjustable cleanable accessory shelf for a compact leak-testing or inspection device; minimum 15 lb working capacity PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

Stainless-steel staging surface at least 18 in front-to-back, with smooth cleanable edges and sufficient support for routine instrument staging PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

Cleanable corrosion-resistant wire basket with open front or slanted access; minimum 15 lb working capacity PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

Cleanable holder for two 1-gallon chemical containers, with retention features to reduce tipping or falling PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

Electrical accessory package providing at least four hospital-appropriate GFCI-protected receptacles; wiring managed away from wet zones and compliant with applicable electrical codes PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

Complete three-basin drain and overflow assembly compatible with the full powered-height travel; leak-resistant connections and serviceable components PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

Factory integration and assembly of workstation, backwall, accessories, utility channels, electrical components, and plumbing components necessary for a complete system PRINCIPAL NAICS CODE: 339113 - Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing

GRAND TOTAL __________________

Statement of Work

SPS Triple-Basin Reprocessing Sinks Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System

Sterile Processing Service (SPS)

1. Purpose The purpose of this Statement of Work is to procure, deliver, install, test, and place into service two triple-basin reprocessing sinks for Sterile Processing Service. The sinks will support the manual cleaning, rinsing, soaking, flushing, and preparation of reusable medical instruments and devices before they proceed to additional processing and sterilization steps.

2. Background Sterile Processing Service requires two triple-basin sinks to support sequential manual decontamination activities and to reduce cross-contamination between cleaning and rinse stages. Existing workflow and ergonomic limitations require adjustable work surfaces, basins sized for the facility instrument inventory, organized utility access, cleanable construction, and reliable drainage. The acquisition supports consistent adherence to device manufacturer instructions for use (MIFUs), staff safety, infection prevention, and continuity of surgical services.

3. Scope of Work The contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, tools, transportation, delivery, installation, testing, documentation, and training necessary to furnish and install two SPS triple-basin reprocessing sinks.

Work shall include, but is not limited to:

• Conducting a site visit and field measurements before ordering equipment.

• Providing the triple-basin reprocessing sinks and all required accessories, components, and installation hardware.

• Removing/uninstalling of the existing sinks. The facility will dispose of the existing sinks upon uninstallation.

• Installing the new sinks and connecting required utilities, including hot water, cold water, drain lines, treated water, electrical connections, and other approved connections as applicable.

• Coordinating with SPS, Engineering, Infection Prevention, Safety, Logistics, and the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

• Testing the sinks for leaks, drainage, water flow, temperature, height adjustment, electrical function, and overall operational readiness.

• Cleaning the work area and removing all debris, packaging, and unused materials.

• Providing basic user training for SPS staff and designated VA personnel.

• Providing warranty, maintenance, service, and product documentation.

4. Applicable Standards and References The contractor shall comply with applicable federal, VA, local, and industry requirements.

Requirements may include, but are not limited to:

• Current VA requirements governing reprocessing of reusable medical devices, including VHA Directive 1116(2), as applicable.

• Applicable ANSI/AAMI guidance, including ST79 and ST91 when within the scope of the devices processed; the Contractor shall not represent that product ownership alone ensures compliance.

• Applicable OSHA worker-safety and ergonomic principles, including reduction of excessive bending, reaching, awkward posture, and wet-area electrical hazards.

• Current local plumbing, electrical, mechanical, building, accessibility, seismic, infection-control, and life-safety requirements.

• Equipment manufacturer installation instructions and MIFUs for devices and chemistries used by SLVHCS.

• Shall comply with all VA infection-control risk assessment and interim life-safety measures for the project.

5. Salient Characteristics The SPS triple-basin reprocessing sinks shall meet or exceed the following minimum salient characteristics. All features shall be brand-neutral and may be satisfied by an equal product that meets the functional, performance, safety, and installation requirements described below.

A. General Requirements

• The sinks shall be healthcare-grade triple-basin reprocessing sinks designed for Sterile

Processing Service decontamination use.

• The sinks shall support manual cleaning, rinsing, soaking, flushing, and preparation of reusable medical instruments and devices.

• The sinks shall be suitable for SPD and/or GI reprocessing applications.

• The sinks shall support a dirty-to-clean workflow and allow staff to perform decontamination steps in a safe, efficient, and organized manner.

• Basin placement and dimensions shall meet applicable ANSI/AAMI guidance for sterile processing sinks design and use.

• Sinks configuration shall be exactly 96” in length and 32 inches in depth; with basin at least

24 in W x 18 in front-to-back x 10 in D; which meets facility space requirements in Sterile Processing Service.

• Sinks adjustable height: 34" to 42" overall, with up to four user‑settable positions.

B. Construction and Materials

• The sinks shall be constructed of durable stainless steel suitable for healthcare use.

• Stainless steel shall be 16-gauge and/or 18-gauge construction.

• Sink shall be constructed of typer 304 stainless steel, at a minimum. Type 326 stainless steel may be offered as an equal or higher-grade material at no additional cost to the government provided all salient characteristics are met.

• Surfaces shall be smooth, durable, corrosion-resistant, and easy to clean.

• The sinks shall include custom backsplash options of 6 inches or 12 inches to help prevent contamination buildup.

• The sinks shall include basin liners or similar protective features to help protect delicate instruments from impact damage.

C. Height Adjustability and Ergonomics

• The sinks shall include push-button height adjustability to support staff ergonomics and reduce bending, reaching, and strain during reprocessing tasks.

• Height adjustability shall support staff of varying heights and help meet ergonomic guidelines for safe work positioning.

• The sinks shall include an under-sinks height-adjustable shelf that rises with the sinks to allow easier access to heavy supplies and equipment.

• The under-sinks shelf shall have an open configuration to support cleaning of the shelf and floor underneath.

• The sinks shall include a height-adjustable organizational back wall that rises and lowers with the sinks.

• The back wall shall be configurable with organizational accessories, cleaning tools, storage items, and other workflow accessories.

• The sinks shall include ergonomic wrist rests or equivalent features to reduce pinch points, wrist strain, and user fatigue.

• Wrist rest design shall assist with diverting contaminated fluids away from technicians during use.

D. Basin and Drain Requirements

• The sinks shall include three separate basins to support rinse, wash, and final rinse workflow.

• Sink basins shall be sized to accommodate instrument trays, baskets, and reusable medical equipment used by SPS.

• The sinks shall include instrument-protecting drain placement to reduce the risk of loss or damage to expensive medical devices.

• The sinks shall include telescoping drains or equivalent drain technology suitable for vertically adjustable equipment.

• Telescoping drains shall be durable and constructed of chrome-plated brass or comparable long-lasting material.

• The sinks shall include overflow prevention drains to prevent water from spilling onto the floor if a basin is left unattended.

• Overflow prevention shall reduce the risk of water damage and slip hazards.

E. Lifting System

• The sinks shall include electromechanical lifters or equivalent height-adjustment technology.

• Lifters shall be easy to service and maintain.

• The height-adjustment system shall not require hydraulic fluid.

• The system shall avoid hydraulic-fluid leak risks and reduce maintenance concerns associated with hydraulic motor systems.

• Electromechanical lifters shall include a minimum three-year warranty, or the contractor shall provide the manufacturer standard warranty if longer.

F. Workflow and Organization Features

• The sinks shall include an organizational back wall or pegboard system to support storage of accessories, brushes, tools, PPE, and cleaning supplies.

• The pegboard system shall allow staff to add, remove, or rearrange accessories as workflow needs change.

• The sinks design shall allow workflow adaptability, including the ability to reverse or adjust workflow configuration if operational needs change.

• The sinks shall include removable workflow plates or equivalent markers to identify reprocessing steps such as leak test, soak, flush, wash, rinse, and test.

• The sinks shall include storage caddies, shelving, baskets, or comparable accessories to organize brushes, PPE, gallon bottles, cleaning tools, and other reprocessing supplies.

• Accessories shall support OSHA and AAMI ergonomic and workflow guidelines.

G. Faucet and Water Options

• The sinks shall include multiple faucet options, including standard faucet, deionized water faucet, and sprayer faucet options.

• Faucets shall support manual cleaning, rinsing, soaking, and reprocessing workflow.

• The sinks shall include built-in temperature gauges or equivalent technology to provide consistent readout of water and cleaning solution temperatures.

• Temperature monitoring shall support compliance with manufacturer instructions for use and proper cleaning chemistry requirements.

• The sinks shall include volume indicator plates or equivalent measurement tools to support accurate dilution and measurement of soaking solutions.

• Volume indicator plates shall be removable, cleanable, stainless steel, and etched with volume markings

• Installation areas shall provide 12-18 inches behind the sinks, and a minimum unobstructed vertical clearance of 72 inches above the finished floor to accommodate accessories, utility connections, servicing, and full heigh adjustment range .

H. Electrical and Power Features

• The sinks shall include up to eight built-in power outlets for accessories requiring electricity.

• Built-in power access shall reduce the need for additional construction to support accessory power requirements.

• The sinks shall include cord management to keep accessory power cords organized, protected, and away from wet areas.

• Electrical components shall be installed in accordance with applicable code, safety, and VA facility requirements.

• Foot options shall include casters or seismic-anchored feet to meet facility installation requirements.

I. Lighting and Visual Inspection

• Lighting shall support OSHA safety guidance for reducing eye strain and AAMI guidance for visual inspection.

• The sinks shall include task lighting with a flexible arm that allows technicians to direct illumination toward the basis and work surface during cleaning and visual inspection activities.

• Task lighting shall allow technicians to direct light toward the area being cleaned or inspected.

• The sinks must include magnification lenses integrated with or mounted adjacent to the task light to facilitate detailed visual inspection of Reusable Medical Devices for defects and residual soil.

J. Flushing, Ultrasonic, and Cleaning Accessories

• The sinks shall support an inline ultrasonic cleaning system that can be installed inside an existing sinks basin.

• The ultrasonic cleaning system shall be capable of installation within at least one designated basin without interfering with normal operation of the remaining basins or the established dirty-to-clean reprocessing workflow.

• The sinks shall support an independent automated flushing system or equivalent system to reduce the need for manual flushing.

• Automated flushing capability shall improve productivity, standardize processes, reduce repetitive motion risks, and support compliance with manufacturer instructions for use.

• The sinks shall support sinks inserts that raise the working surface level inside a basin.

• Sinks inserts shall be lightweight and removable.

• Dedicated inserts for ocular instruments shall be available if the department needs a dedicated area for eye instrument processing.

• The sinks shall include a timer with an easy-to-read display and large waterproof buttons to support timed cleaning, soaking, and manufacturer instructions for use compliance.

• The sinks shall support a touchless enzymatic dispenser or equivalent dosing system.

• The enzymatic dispenser shall allow touchless activation and calibrated dosing of instrument-cleaning chemistry.

• The dispenser shall include or support a digital thermometer to confirm cleaning-solution temperature.

K. Additional Accessories

• The sink system shall include a dedicated stainless-steel solution tank or equivalent corrosion-resistant compartment designed for the safe placement and management of cleaning solutions used during reusable medical device reprocessing.

• The sinks shall support or include a hanging bath for soaking and disinfection of cleaning brushes.

• The sinks shall support or include a brush holder to keep cleaning brushes within reach.

• The sinks shall support or include caddies for brush soaking and organization.

• The sinks shall support or include a splash guard or clear shield to reduce user exposure to aerosols and contaminated reprocessing fluids.

• The splash guard shall be capable of covering a basin and being lifted when not in use.

• The sinks shall support integrated touchscreen monitor capability to allow use of instrument tracking and instructions-for-use database software at the sinks.

• Bluetooth speaker capability is not a minimum requirement of this acquisition. If offered by the Contractor as a standard feature, it shall not interfere with the operation, safety, cleaning, infection-control requirements, or functionality of the reprocessing sink and shall not result in additional cost to the Government.

• The sinks shall support additional shelving, baskets, caddies, and storage features to support safe and organized reprocessing workflow.

L. Safety and Infection Prevention

• The sinks shall support safe decontamination practices and reduce staff exposure to contaminated fluids, aerosols, and splashing.

• The sinks shall be easy to clean around, under, and behind.

• Open shelving and under-sinks design shall support environmental cleaning.

• The sinks shall help reduce slip hazards through overflow prevention, proper drainage, and splash-control features.

• The sinks shall support compliance with applicable OSHA, ANSI/AAMI, VA, infection prevention, and manufacturer instructions-for-use requirements.

M. Warranty and Service

• The contractor shall provide manufacturer warranty documentation for the sinks and all major components.

• Electromechanical lifters shall include a three-year warranty.

• The contractor shall provide maintenance instructions, service contact information, and recommend preventive maintenance requirements.

• The contractor shall ensure all installed components are fully operational before Government acceptance.

6. Installation Requirements The contractor shall install the sinks according to manufacturer instructions and applicable plumbing, safety, electrical, infection prevention, and VA facility requirements. The contractor shall:

• Verify site conditions before installation, including measurements, access path, door clearances, wall conditions, utility locations, drain locations, electrical requirements, and available space.

• Protect floors, walls, doors, ceilings, nearby equipment, and SPS work areas during delivery and installation.

• Coordinate any utility shutdowns with VA Engineering and the COR before work begins.

• Schedule work to minimize disruption to SPS operations.

• Always maintain a clean and safe work area.

• Install the sinks level, secure, sealed, and fully operational.

• Remove all debris, packaging, and unused materials from the facility.

• Correct all installation deficiencies identified by the Government before final acceptance.

• Utility modifications (plumbing, electrical, treated water, drains are anticipated.

• SLVHCS Engineering will perform utility shutdowns for installation.

• Infection Control Risk Assessment measures will be required during the installation period.

• Sinks shall deliver the sink fully assembled or shall assemble it onsite. If onsite assembly is required, SLVHCS shall provide a designated staging area, subject to advance coordination with the COR.

7. Infection Control and Safety Because the work will take place in or near Sterile Processing Service, the contractor shall follow all VA infection control and safety requirements. The contractor shall coordinate with the COR, SPS leadership, Infection Prevention, Safety, and Engineering before beginning work.

• Maintain dust and debris control during installation.

• Prior to beginning installation, the Contractor shall coordinate with the COR and the facility’s

Infection Prevention and Safety representatives to determine the infection-control and work-area containment measures applicable to the installation. The Contractor shall install and maintain all Government-identified controls, including dust barriers, temporary containment, floor protection, or other protective measures, for the duration of the affected work.

• Follow all VA check-in, badging, access, and PPE requirements.

• Avoid compromising SPS workflow, clean/dirty separation, patient safety, or staff safety.

• Immediately report leaks, damage, spills, injuries, safety concerns, or utility issues to the

COR and appropriate VA staff.

• Keep the work area clean and ready for inspection at the completion of work.

8. Deliverables Deliverable Due Date / Timing Site verification and field measurements Before ordering equipment

Product specification sheets Before purchase or as requested by Contracting Officer

Installation plan and utility requirements Before installation Manufacturer installation manual At delivery or before installation Warranty documentation At acceptance Preventive maintenance recommendations At acceptance User training for SPS staff Before final acceptance Final operational testing report At completion As-built information for any approved utility changes At completion, if applicable

9. Training The Contractor shall provide instructor-led operator and basic maintenance training after commissioning and before acceptance. Training shall be offered at times sufficient to reach all SPS tours designated by the COR and shall include controls, adjustment, faucets/sprayers, volume and temperature features, approved accessories, daily cleaning, drain care, basic troubleshooting, warranty procedures, and service contacts.

10. Inspection and Acceptance The Government will inspect the sinks after installation and testing. The sinks will not be accepted until all required work is completed and all deficiencies are corrected.

Acceptance will be based on the following:

• All three basins are installed and functioning properly.

• The sinks support rinse, wash, and final rinse workflow.

• No leaks are present.

• Drainage functions properly.

• Hot water, cold water, treated water, and other approved connections function as required.

• Height adjustment, shelves, back wall, lighting, electrical outlets, and accessories function as required.

• The sinks are level, secure, clean, and ready for SPS use.

• Work area is cleaned and all debris has been removed.

• Required documents have been received.

• SPS staff training has been completed.

11. Warranty The contractor shall provide the manufacturer with a standard warranty for the sinks and all installed components. Warranty information shall include length of coverage, covered components, service procedures, and contact information for service or repair support.

Minimum requested warranty is one year from date of Government acceptance unless the manufacturer provides a longer warranty. Electromechanical lifters shall include a minimum three-year warranty if available from the manufacturer.

12. Contractor Qualifications The contractor shall have experience delivering and installing healthcare-grade sinks, sterile processing equipment, commercial plumbing fixtures, or similar medical facility equipment.

Plumbing, electrical, and related trade work shall be completed by qualified personnel licensed or certified as required by state and local regulations.

13. Government Responsibilities The Government will provide access to the work area, identify points of contact, coordinate with SPS and Engineering, review the installation schedule, inspect the completed work, and accept the sinks once all requirements are met.

14. Period of Performance The work shall be completed within 180 calendar days of the award unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer.

Suggested timeline:

• Site verification: within 15-30 business days after award.

• Delivery: within 90 calendar days after approval of submittals.

• Installation: within 5-10 business days after delivery and VA scheduling approval.

• Final testing and training: within 2-5 business days after installation.

15. Place of Performance Southeast Louisiana Veterans Health Care System Sterile Processing Service Room 4D203 2400 Canal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70119

16. Special Notes The triple-basin SPS reprocessing sinks are not intended to serve as handwashing sinks.

Separate hand hygiene sinks shall be used for staff handwashing in accordance with infection prevention requirements.

The contractor shall not make changes to utilities, walls, floors, drains, electrical systems, or other building systems without approval from Engineering, and the Contracting Officer when required.

This Statement of Work is written using brand-neutral language. Any offered product must meet or exceed the functional, performance, safety, installation, and warranty requirements listed in this document.

SECTION C - CONTRACT CLAUSES

C.1 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS—COMMERCIAL

PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES (OCT 2025) (DEVIATION)

(a) Definitions. The clause at Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.202-1, Definitions, is incorporated by reference.

(b) Inspection/Acceptance. The Contractor shall only tender for acceptance those items that conform to the requirements of this contract. The Government reserves the right to inspect or test any supplies or services that have been tendered for acceptance. The Government may require repair or replacement of nonconforming supplies or reperformance of nonconforming services at no increase in contract price. If repair/replacement or reperformance will not correct the defects or is not possible, the Government may seek an equitable price reduction or adequate consideration for acceptance of nonconforming supplies or services. The Government must exercise its post acceptance rights—

(1) Within a reasonable time after the defect was discovered or should have been discovered;

and

(2) Before any substantial change occurs in the condition of the item, unless the change is due to the defect in the item.

(c) Assignment. The Contractor or its assignee may assign its rights to receive payment due as a result of performance of this contract to a bank, trust company, or other financing institution, including any Federal lending agency in accordance with the Assignment of Claims Act (31 U.S.C. 3727). However, when a third party makes payment (e.g., use of the Governmentwide commercial purchase card), the Contractor may not assign its rights to receive payment under this contract.

(d) Changes. Changes in the terms and conditions of this contract may be made only by written agreement of the parties.

(e) Disputes. This contract is subject to 41 U.S.C. chapter 71, Contract Disputes. Failure of the parties to this contract to reach agreement on any request for equitable adjustment, claim, appeal or action arising under or relating to this contract shall be a dispute to be resolved in accordance with the clause FAR 52.233-1, Disputes, which is incorporated in this contract by reference. The Contractor shall proceed diligently with performance of this contract, pending final resolution of any dispute arising under the contract.

(f) Excusable delays. The Contractor shall be liable for default unless nonperformance is caused by an occurrence beyond the reasonable control of the Contractor and without its fault or negligence. Examples of occurrences include acts of God or the public enemy, acts of the Government in either its sovereign or contractual capacity, fires, floods, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, strikes, unusually severe weather, and delays of common carriers. When an excusable delay occurs, the Contractor shall—

(1) Notify the Contracting Officer in writing as soon as possible;

(2) Remedy the delay as quickly as possible; and

(3) Notify the Contracting Officer when the occurrence is over.

(g) Invoice. The Government will handle invoices according to the Prompt Payment Act (31 U.S.C. 3903) and 5 CFR part 1315. The Contractor shall submit invoices to the address designated in the contract to receive invoices. An invoice must include the information required by 5 CFR part 1315.9(b).

(h) Patent indemnity. The Contractor shall indemnify the Government and its officers, employees, and agents against liability, including costs, for actual or alleged direct or contributory infringement of, or inducement to infringe, any United States or foreign patent, trademark, or copyright, arising out of the performance of this contract, provided the Contractor is reasonably notified of such claims and proceedings.

(i) Payment—

(1) Items accepted. Payment shall be made for items accepted by the Government that have been delivered to the delivery destinations set forth in this contract.

(2) Prompt payment. The Government will make payment in accordance with the Prompt Payment Act (31 U.S.C. 3903) and prompt payment regulations at 5 CFR part 1315.

(3) Discount. In connection with any discount offered for early payment, time shall be computed from the date of the invoice. For the purpose of computing the discount earned, payment shall be considered to have been made on the date that appears on the payment check or the specified payment date if an electronic funds transfer payment is made.

(4) Overpayments. If the Contractor becomes aware of a duplicate contract financing or invoice payment or that the Government has otherwise overpaid on a contract financing or invoice payment, the Contractor shall—

(i) Remit the overpayment amount to the payment office cited in the contract along with a description of the overpayment including the—

(A) Circumstances of the overpayment (e.g., duplicate payment, erroneous payment, liquidation errors, date(s) of overpayment);

(B) Affected contract number and delivery order number, if applicable;

(C) Affected line item or subline item, if applicable;

(D) Contractor point of contact; and

(ii) Provide a copy of the remittance and supporting documentation to the Contracting Officer.

(5) Interest.

(i) All amounts that become payable by the Contractor to the Government under this contract shall bear simple interest from the date due until paid unless paid within 30 days of becoming due. The interest rate shall be the interest rate established by the Secretary of the

Treasury as provided in 41 U.S.C. 7109, which is applicable to the period in which the amount becomes due, as provided in (i)(6)(v) of this clause, and then at the rate applicable for each six-month period as fixed by the Secretary until the amount is paid.

(ii) The Government may issue a demand for payment to the Contractor upon finding a debt is due under the contract.

(iii) Final decisions. The Contracting Officer will issue a final decision as required by FAR part 33 if—

(A) The Contracting Officer and the Contractor are unable to reach agreement on the existence or amount of a debt within 30 days;

(B) The Contractor fails to liquidate a debt previously demanded by the Contracting Officer within the timeline specified in the demand for payment unless the amounts were not repaid because the Contractor has requested an installment payment agreement; or

(C) The Contractor requests a deferment of collection on a debt previously demanded by the Contracting Officer (see FAR part 32).

(iv) If a demand for payment was previously issued for the debt, the demand for payment included in the final decision shall identify the same due date as the original demand for payment.

(v) Amounts shall be due at the earliest of the following dates:

(A) The date fixed under this contract.

(B) The date of the first written demand for payment, including any demand for payment resulting from a termination for cause.

(vi) The interest charge shall be computed for the actual number of calendar days involved beginning on the due date and ending on-

(A) The date on which the designated office receives payment from the Contractor;

(B) The date of issuance of a Government check to the Contractor from which an amount otherwise payable has been withheld as a credit against the contract debt; or

(C) The date on which an amount withheld and applied to the contract debt would otherwise have become payable to the Contractor.

(vii) The interest charge made under this clause may be reduced under the procedures for interest credits prescribed in FAR part 32 in effect on the date of this contract.

(j) Risk of loss. Unless the contract specifically provides otherwise, risk of loss or damage to the supplies provided under this contract shall remain with the Contractor until, and shall pass to the Government upon—

(1) Delivery of the supplies to a carrier, if transportation is f.o.b. origin; or

(2) Delivery of the supplies to the Government at the destination specified in the contract, if transportation is f.o.b. destination.

(k) Taxes. The contract price includes all applicable Federal, State, and local taxes and duties.

(l) Termination for the Government's convenience. The Government reserves the right to terminate this contract, or any part hereof, for its sole convenience. In the event of such termination, the Contractor shall immediately stop all work and shall immediately cause any and all of its suppliers and subcontractors to cease work. Subject to the terms of this contract, the Contractor shall be paid a percentage of the contract price reflecting the percentage of the work performed prior to the notice of termination, plus reasonable charges the Contractor can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Government using its standard record keeping system, have resulted from the termination. The Contractor shall not be required to comply with the cost accounting standards or contract cost principles for this purpose. This paragraph does not give the Government any right to audit the Contractor's records. The Contractor shall not be paid for any work performed or costs incurred which reasonably could have been avoided.

(m) Termination for cause. The Government may terminate this contract, or any part hereof, for cause in the event of any default by the Contractor, or if the Contractor fails to comply with any contract terms and conditions, or fails to provide the Government, upon request, with adequate assurances of future performance. The Government will send a cure notice to the Contractor, unless the reason for the termination is late delivery. In the event of termination for cause, the Government shall not be liable to the Contractor for any amount for supplies or services not accepted, and the Contractor shall be liable to the Government for any and all rights and remedies provided by law. If it is determined that the Government improperly terminated this contract for default, such termination shall be deemed a termination for convenience.

(n) Title. Unless specified elsewhere in this contract, title to items furnished under this contract shall pass to the Government upon acceptance, regardless of when or where the Government takes physical possession.

(o) Warranty. The Contractor warrants and implies that the items delivered under this contract are merchantable and fit for use for the particular purpose described in this contract.

(p) Limitation of liability. Except as otherwise provided by an express warranty, the Contractor will not be liable to the Government for consequential damages resulting from any defect or deficiencies in accepted items.

(q) Compliance with laws unique to Government contracts. The Contractor agrees to comply with 31 U.S.C. 1352 relating to limitations on the use of appropriated funds to influence certain Federal contracts; 40 U.S.C. chapter 37, Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards; 41 U.S.C.

chapter 87, Kickbacks; 49 U.S.C. 40118, Government-financed air transportation; and 41 U.S.C.

chapter 21 relating to procurement integrity.

(r) Order of precedence. Any inconsistencies in this solicitation or contract shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following order:

(1) The schedule of supplies/services.

(2) The Disputes, Payments, Invoice, Compliance with Laws Unique to Government Contracts, and Unauthorized Obligations paragraphs of this clause;

(3) Other contract clauses incorporated in the solicitation or contract;

(4) Addenda to this solicitation or contract,

(5) Solicitation provisions incorporated in the solicitation.

(6) Other paragraphs of this clause.

(7) Other documents, exhibits, and attachments; and

(8) The specification.

(s) Unauthorized obligations.

(1) Except as stated in paragraph (s)(2) of this clause, when any supply or service acquired under this contract is subject to any End User License Agreement (EULA), Terms of Service (TOS), or similar legal instrument or agreement, that includes any clause requiring the Government to indemnify the Contractor or any person or entity for damages, costs, fees, or any other loss or liability that would create an Anti-Deficiency Act violation (31 U.S.C. 1341), the following shall govern:

(i) Any such clause is unenforceable against the Government.

(ii) Neither the Government nor any Government-authorized end user shall be deemed to have agreed to such clause by virtue of it appearing in the EULA, TOS, or similar legal instrument or agreement. If the EULA, TOS, or similar legal instrument or agreement is invoked through an “I agree” click box or other comparable mechanism (e.g., “click-wrap” or “browse-wrap” agreements), execution does not bind the Government or any Government authorized end user to such clause.

(iii) Any such clause is deemed to be stricken from the EULA, TOS, or similar legal instrument or agreement.

(2) Paragraph (s)(1) of this clause does not apply to indemnification by the Government that is expressly authorized by statute and specifically authorized under applicable agency regulations and procedures.

(t) Comptroller General examination of record. This paragraph applies if this contract was awarded using other than sealed bid procedures and is in excess of the simplified acquisition threshold on the date of award of this contract.

(1) The Comptroller General of the United States, or an authorized representative of the Comptroller General, shall have access to and right to examine any of the Contractor’s directly pertinent records involving transactions related to this contract.

(2) The Contractor shall make available at its offices, at all reasonable times, the records, materials, and other evidence for examination, audit, or reproduction, until 3 years after final payment under this contract or for any shorter period specified in FAR part 4, longer period required by statute, or periods specified in other clauses of this contract. If this contract is completely or partially terminated, the records relating to the work terminated shall be made available for 3 years after any resulting final termination settlement. Records relating to appeals under the disputes clause or to litigation or the settlement of claims arising under or relating to this contract shall be made available until such appeals, litigation, or claims are finally resolved.

(3) As used in this clause, records include books, documents, accounting procedures and practices, and other data, regardless of type and regardless of form. This clause does not require the Contractor to create or maintain any record that the Contractor does not maintain in the ordinary course of business or pursuant to a provision of law.

(u) Incorporation by reference. The Contractor’s representations and certifications, including those completed electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM), are incorporated by reference into the contract.

(End of Clause)

ADDENDUM to FAR 52.212-4 CONTRACT TERMS AND CONDITIONS—COMMERCIAL

PRODUCTS AND COMMERCIAL SERVICES

Clauses that are incorporated by reference (by Citation Number, Title, and Date), have the same force and effect as if they were given in full text. Upon request, the Contracting Officer will make their full text available.

The following clauses are incorporated into 52.212-4 as an addendum to this contract:

C.2 52.222-90 ADDRESSING DEI DISCRIMINATION BY FEDERAL

CONTRACTORS (DEVIATION APR 2026)

(a)Definitions. As used in this clause—

Program participation means membership or participation in, or access or admission to:

training, mentoring, or leadership development programs; educational opportunities; clubs;

associations; or similar opportunities that are sponsored or established by the contractor or subcontractor.

Racially discriminatory diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) activities means disparate treatment based on race or ethnicity in the recruitment, employment (e.g., hiring, promotions), contracting (e.g., vendor agreements), program participation, or allocation or deployment of an entity's resources.

(b) In connection with the performance of work under this contract, the Contractor agrees as follows:

(1) The Contractor will not engage in any racially discriminatory DEI activities;

(2) The Contractor will furnish all information and reports, including providing access to books, records, and accounts, as required by the Contracting Officer, for purposes of ascertaining compliance with this clause;

(3) In the event of the Contractor's or a subcontractor's noncompliance with this clause, this contract may be canceled, terminated, or suspended in whole or in part, and the Contractor or subcontractor may be declared ineligible for further Government contracts;

(4) The Contractor will report any subcontractor's known or reasonably knowable conduct that may violate this clause to the Contracting Officer and take any appropriate remedial actions directed by the Contracting Officer; and

(5) The Contractor will inform the Contracting Officer if a subcontractor sues the Contractor and the suit puts at issue, in any way, the validity of this clause.

(6) The Contractor recognizes that compliance with the requirements of this clause are material to the Government's payment decisions for purposes of 31 U.S.C. 3729(b)(4).

(c) The Contractor must include the substance of this clause, including this paragraph (c), in subcontracts at any tier, including those for commercial products and commercial services, except those where the place of delivery or performance is outside the United States.

(End of Clause)

C.3 52.223-23 SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS (NOV 2025) (DEVIATION)

(a) Definitions. As used in this clause—

Sustainable products means—

(1) A product that contains recovered material designated by the EPA under the Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines (42 U.S.C. 6962) (40 CFR part 247) (https://www.epa.gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-guideline-cpg-program#products).

(2) An energy-efficient product or low standby power device (42 U.S.C. 8259b) (10 CFR part 436, subpart C) (https://www.energy.gov/femp/search-energy-efficient-products, https://www.energystar.gov/products?s=mega, and https://www.energy.gov/femp/low-standby-power-product-list).

(3) A biobased product that meets the content requirements of the USDA under the BioPreferred® program (7 U.S.C. 8102) (7 CFR Part 4270) (https://www.biopreferred.gov/)

(4) A substance identified in the EPA’s Significant New Alternatives Policy (SNAP) program as a safe alternative to an ozone-depleting substance (42 U.S.C. 7671l) (40 CFR part 82, subpart G) (https://www.epa.gov/snap/unacceptable-and-acceptable-substitutes-tables).

(b) Requirements. The Government has identified in the statement of work or elsewhere in the contract the sustainable products that are required during the performance of this contract.