GSS27955-WIND_COV_ad1.pdf

This addendum to Request for Proposal GSS27955-WIND_COV is issued by the State of Delaware, Office of Management and Budget, Government Support Services, in response to questions raised during the Q&A period. The RFP seeks proposals for commercial and institutional window coverings including roller shades, vertical blinds, horizontal blinds, and cellular shades, with services encompassing furnishing, delivery, measurement, installation, repair, replacement, and maintenance. The scope clarifies that installation quantities and specifications will vary by purchasing agency, as the rate requested pertains to installation services only. Order quantities and detailed specifications are determined individually by each purchasing agency. The contract term extends through February 28, 2029, with potential renewal for three additional one-year periods through negotiation and possible month-to-month extension. Proposals were due October 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM, with written questions due September 30, 2026, at 4:30 PM. Contract award was expected within 90 days of bid opening.

Pricing must be submitted as unit prices for each window covering type and size combination per Appendix B specifications, with all pricing remaining firm for the initial contract term. Price adjustments upon renewal may not exceed the Philadelphia CPI-U. Evaluation criteria total 100 points across five categories: Technical Approach (25 points), Experience and Qualifications (20 points), Service Response Capability (20 points), Product Quality and Warranty (15 points), and Price Proposal (20 points). Vendors must provide three business references, with subcontractors requiring three references each. Required insurance includes Commercial General Liability of $1 million per occurrence/$3 million aggregate, Automotive Liability with specified limits, and Medical/Professional Liability or Product Liability coverage at $1 million per occurrence/$3 million aggregate. Monthly usage reports are due by the 15th of each month, and quarterly subcontracting reports detailing diversity supplier participation are required. Government Support Services reserves the right to award to multiple vendors, make partial awards, or reject all bids.