Invitation to Bid for various sized non-ligature shower curtains

The State of Oregon, acting through its Oregon Health Authority at Oregon State Hospital, is requesting bids on non-ligature shower curtains under ITB S-44300-00017510, with bids due October 27, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Pacific Time. An Oregon Supplies and Services preference provides a 10% price reduction for bidders proposing goods fabricated or processed entirely in Oregon per ORS 279A.128; reciprocal preferences and recycled materials preferences also apply per state statutes.

The scope includes five security shower curtain sizes (ranging from 48"W x 99.5"H to 90"W x 107.5"H) constructed from heavy-duty, 8 oz, 3-ply vinyl with antimicrobial properties, and one fabric shower curtain option (48"W x 93"H) in flame-retardant polyester. All curtains must meet NFPA 101 Life Safety Code 2012 specifications and be ligature-resistant. Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of five years of business experience providing these goods to public sector facilities. The agency operates three campuses in Salem, Junction City, and Pendleton; delivery locations include Salem (2600 Center Street NE, Salem, OR 97301) and Junction City (29398 Recovery Way, Junction City, OR 97448).

The Price Agreement initial term is five years with an option to renew for up to ten years total. The agency does not guarantee minimum contract quantities or values. Prices must remain firm for no less than one year after the Price Agreement Effective Date, fully loaded to include delivery costs as F.O.B. Destination. Award will be made to the lowest Responsive and Responsible Bidder. Bidders must submit proof of prior experience and qualifications, a shower curtain specification sheet, bid cover sheet, reference check form, bid pricing form, responsibility inquiry, and Certified Disadvantaged Business Outreach Plan. Questions and clarifications are due by October 14, 2026. Notice of Intent to Award is anticipated for November 3, 2026. Bids are firm offers for 90 calendar days following the opening. All bids must be submitted electronically through OregonBuys.