Library and Institutional Furniture

The Ohio State Contract STS029815 is an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) focused on providing classroom, library, and institutional furniture solutions, specifically targeting library and educational furniture procurement. The contract, awarded to Worden Group Ltd., enables state agencies, higher education institutions, and cooperative purchasing members to acquire specialized furniture with structured volume discounts ranging from 22.5% to 40% based on total order value. The primary product scope centers on Pin-Fast Wood Shelving product lines, offering comprehensive furniture solutions including single-faced and double-faced shelving units, magazine and picture book shelving, with customizable configurations in oak and maple wood finishes.

The contract is administered by the Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) and will be in effect from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2028. Worden Group Ltd. serves as the prime contractor, with Library Design Associates, Inc. listed as an authorized dealer. The contract covers the entire state of Ohio and allows cooperative purchasing by various political subdivisions, including counties, townships, school districts, and state institutions. A 0.75% revenue share will be paid to the state, and the contract includes provisions for quarterly sales reporting and comprehensive maintenance terms for software and equipment.