Behavior Health Anti-ligature furniture for Alexandria LA VAMC
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), specifically the Alexandria LA VAMC, is conducting a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for Behavioral Health Anti-ligature furniture. This market research aims to define the procurement strategy for dining room and group therapy furniture for their facility in Pineville, LA. Responses are due by February 11, 2026, at 4:00 PM CST.
Scope of Work
The VA seeks furniture designed to eliminate or mitigate ligature and weaponization risks, support safe and dignified use, and blend into a neutral environment. Key items include:
- 40 Behavioral Health grade armless guest chairs: Anti-ligature, weighted (50 lbs), tamper-resistant, earth-tone finish, meeting commercial healthcare and infection-control standards.
- 6 Behavioral Health grade round café tables (48" diameter): Anti-ligature, weighted (integrated ballast), earth-tone finish, meeting commercial healthcare and infection-control standards.
Furniture must feature monolithic/one-piece or fully enclosed construction, non-porous surfaces, sealed seams, and be easy to sanitize. Delivery is required within 60 calendar days after contract award to the Alexandria VA Health Care System, Pineville, LA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (not a formal solicitation)
- Response Due: February 11, 2026, 4:00 PM CST
- Published: February 4, 2026
- Product Service Code: 6530 (Hospital Furniture, Equipment, Utensils, And Supplies)
Submission & Eligibility
Interested firms should email their response to bennett.smith2@va.gov. Submissions must include company name, Point of Contact, email, business size, SAM UEI#, small business status, and availability under existing contracts (GWAC, FSS, BPA). The anticipated NAICS code is 337127 (Furniture Manufacturing) with a 500-employee size standard. Small Business Concerns are highly encouraged to respond to assist in market research.
Additional Notes
This RFI is for planning purposes only; no solicitation exists at this time. Information provided is voluntary and will be used for market research. The Government reserves the right to order additional quantities. Delivery terms are FOB Destination.