RFP No. 1012-27-002 Commercial Grade Office Furniture - REVISED by Addendum 1.pdf

Request For Proposals (RFP) No. 1012-27-002 for

Commercial Grade Office Furniture - Supply, Delivery, Installation, and Related Services

Revised by Addendum One (1)

Research Triangle Regional Public Transportation Authority dba GoTriangle (GoTriangle), as authorized under the § 160A-610, is seeking to establish a contract for the above referenced services.

The Request for Proposal (RFP) document is available for download in the State of North Carolina electronic Vendor Portal https://evp.nc.gov and on the GoTriangle’s website:

https://gotriangle.org/procurement

Submission Date & Time: July 17, 2026 by 2:00 pm local NC time

Submission Location: Via email to:

Dean Nunnally, Procurement Officer Email: Dnunnally@gotriangle.org

Pre-Offer Conference: Pre-Offer Conference will not be conducted

Instructions for preparing and submitting a proposal are provided in the Instructions to Offerors Section 5. Proposal Content of this document. To be deemed responsive and responsible, offerors must submit all items specified in the referenced section.

All Inquiries regarding this solicitation shall be submitted to:

Dean Nunnally, Procurement Officer

Email: Dnunnally@gotriangle.org Office: 919-485-7481

LATE PROPOSALS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

GOTRIANGLE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REJECT ANY OR ALL PROPOSALS.

https://www.ncleg.gov/EnactedLegislation/Statutes/PDF/BySection/Chapter_160A/GS_160A-610.pdf https://evp.nc.gov/ https://gotriangle.org/procurement mailto:Sjones@gotriangle.org

TABLE OF CONTENTS

BACKGROUND

1. Introduction

2. Scope of Work

3. Furniture Requirements

4. Delivery and Installation Requirements

5. Electrical Work

6. Warranty Requirements

7. Future Purchases

8. Notice of Non-Acceptance and Cure

Exhibit A - Plaza Building 2nd Floor - Operations Area

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. Services

2. Contract Term

3. Liquidated Damages

4. Invoicing and Compensation

5. Changes in the Services

6. Services on GoTriangle’s Premises

7. Conflict of Interest

8. Contract Termination

9. Transition Assistance

10. Indemnification and Hold Harmless

11. Dispute Resolution

12. Choice of Law / Forum

13. Insurance

14. Independent Contractor

15. Accuracy of Financial Statements

16. Non-Discrimination

17. Covenant Against Contingent Fees

18. Delegation and Assignment

19. Nonwaiver

20. Merger

21. Reference

22. Contractor’s Personnel

23. Certification on Israel Boycott

24. Notices

25. No Third-Party Rights

26. Severability

27. Survivorship

28. Attachments

29. Separate Counterparts

30. Iran Divestment Act

31. E-Verify

32. Debarment Policy

33. Force Majeure

34. Operational Continuity

35. Acceptance Process

INSTRUCTIONS TO OFFERORS

1. Anticipated Timeline

2. Requests for Clarification

3. Pre- Offer Conference

4. Addenda

5. Proposal Content

6. Proposal Submittal

7. Exceptions to Terms and Conditions

8. Addenda

9. Pre-Offer Conference

10. Selection Procedures

11. Evaluation

12. Public Records and Proprietary Information

13. Contractual Relationships

14. Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE) Participation

15. Modification and Withdrawal of Proposals

16. Proposal Rejection / Reserved Rights

17. News Releases

18. Identifying Conflicts of Interest

19. Protest Procedures

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment A - Offeror Form Attachment B - Furniture Specifications and Cost Attachment C - Minimum Insurance Requirements Attachment D - E-Verify Employer Compliance Statement Attachment E - Iran Divestment Act Certification Attachment F - Boycott of Israel Divestment Act Certification Attachment G - Certification Regarding Conflict of Interest Attachment H - Statement of Non-Collusion Attachment I - Conformance Statements Attachment I1 - Exceptions Form Attachment J - Offeror References Attachment K - Statement of Judgments Attachment L - Responsiveness and Responsibility Statement Attachment M - Acknowledgment of Delivery Requirements Attachment N - RFP Response Checklist

RFP No. 1012-27-002, Commercial Grade Office Furniture

BACKGROUND

Research Triangle Regional Public Transportation Authority d/b/a GoTriangle (GoTriangle) is a public transit agency serving Durham, Orange, and Wake counties in North Carolina, providing essential mobility services through fixed-route bus, paratransit, and other commuter services. As authorized under the North Carolina General Statutes (N.C.G.S) § 160A-610, GoTriangle is seeking to establish a contract for the provision of Commercial Grade Office Furniture Supply, Delivery, Installation, and Related Services. Whether GoTriangle enters into a contract and the manner in which any contract is awarded shall be determined solely at GoTriangle's discretion. Any resulting contract will be utilized on an as-needed basis, and GoTriangle makes no guarantee regarding the quantity of goods or services to be purchased or the amount to be expended under the Contract.

1. Introduction

GoTriangle is soliciting proposals from qualified Contractors to provide commercial-grade office furniture, including all associated delivery, installation, project management, and related services. The selected Contractor shall furnish high-quality furniture solutions at competitive pricing while providing professional project management, responsive customer service, and timely project execution.

GoTriangle will consider proposals that include new furniture, or pre-owned furniture, or a combination of both, provided that all proposed products comply with the requirements and performance standards set forth in this Scope of Work. The use of new, or pre-owned, or mixed furniture solutions will not, by itself, affect the evaluation or acceptability of a proposal.

GoTriangle seeks a solution that provides the best overall value while meeting the organization's functional, operational, aesthetic, and performance requirements.

The Contractor shall furnish all labor, supervision, equipment, transportation, materials, and other resources necessary to complete the work. All services shall be performed by personnel experienced in the delivery and installation of commercial-grade office furniture within commercial, institutional, or governmental office environments. The Contractor shall ensure that all work is completed in accordance with the requirements of the Contract, applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, codes, manufacturer recommendations, industry best practices, and the agreed-upon project schedule.

Furniture delivery and installation locations are as follows:

• Plaza Building, 4600 Emperor Blvd. Durham, NC 27703 Two story building with access to freight elevator and no delivery restrictions.

• Bus Operations and Maintenance Facility (BOMF), 5201 Nelson Rd, Morrisville, NC 27560

One-story building and no delivery restrictions.

This procurement is intended to address GoTriangle's immediate office furniture requirements.

In addition, GoTriangle intends to establish a contract that may be used for future purchases of commercial-grade office furniture and related services throughout the term of the Contract. Any future purchases shall be made solely at GoTriangle's discretion, based on organizational needs, available funding, and the Contractor's continued satisfactory performance. Nothing in this solicitation shall be construed as a guarantee of future work or a minimum purchase commitment.

2. Scope of Work

The Contractor shall provide all labor, supervision, transportation, materials, and equipment necessary to furnish and install commercial-grade office furniture.

The Contractor's responsibilities shall include, at a minimum:

2.1. Furnish all commercial-grade office furniture identified in Attachment B - Furniture Specifications and Cost.

2.2. Deliver all furniture to the designated GoTriangle facility.

2.3. Receive, stage, assemble, install, level, and place all furniture in accordance with the approved floor plan.

2.4. Remove and properly dispose of all packaging and installation debris.

2.5. Perform all electrical work required for furniture systems requiring electrical connectivity, including power distribution within modular furniture systems, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.

2.6. Coordinate installation activities with GoTriangle staff to minimize disruption to normal business operations.

2.7. Protect existing finishes, flooring, walls, and building systems during delivery and installation.

2.8. Repair any damage caused during delivery or installation at no additional cost to GoTriangle.

2.9. Conduct a final inspection with GoTriangle's designated representative.

2.10. Provide applicable furniture and workmanship warranties.

2.11. Respond to warranty service requests during the warranty period.

3. Furniture Requirements

All furniture provided under this contract shall:

3.1. Conform to the specifications provided by GoTriangle. Substitutions shall not be permitted unless specifically approved in writing by GoTriangle.

3.2. Include all hardware, accessories, and components necessary for complete installation.

3.3. Be commercial-grade office furniture designed for daily institutional or business use.

3.4. Be manufactured using durable materials suitable for long-term commercial occupancy.

4. Delivery and Installation Requirements

Time is of the essence for this project. The Contractor shall:

4.1. Deliver and install all furniture within thirty (30) calendar days after issuance of the Purchase Order.

4.2. Coordinate delivery dates with GoTriangle's designated representative.

4.3. Provide adequate staffing to complete installation efficiently.

4.4. Schedule work during normal business hours unless otherwise approved.

4.5. Leave all work areas clean and ready for occupancy immediately following installation.

5. Electrical Work

Where required, the Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, supervision, and equipment necessary to complete electrical connections associated with the furniture systems.

Electrical work shall:

5.1. Be performed by qualified personnel.

5.2. Comply with all applicable building codes and electrical codes.

5.3. Be coordinated with GoTriangle's designated representative.

5.4. Include testing to verify proper operation.

6. Warranty Requirements

The Contractor shall provide:

6.1. Warranty for all furniture.

6.2. A minimum one-year workmanship warranty covering installation.

6.3. Warranty documentation for all products.

6.4. Timely repair or replacement of defective products during the warranty period at no additional cost to GoTriangle.

7. Future Purchases

GoTriangle reserves the right, but is not obligated, to purchase additional commercial-grade office furniture and related services under the resulting Contract during its term. Any future purchases will be defined on project-by-project basis.

Work shall be authorized only through the issuance of a Purchase Order by GoTriangle. Each Purchase Order shall identify the furniture to be provided, delivery location, installation requirements, delivery schedule, and any project-specific instructions. The Contractor shall not commence any work until receipt of an authorized Purchase Order.

Future purchases may include:

7.1. Additional commercial-grade office furniture products offered by the Contractor.

7.2. Delivery services.

7.3. Related installation services.

7.4. Furniture reconfiguration services.

7.5. Electrical modifications associated with furniture installations.

GoTriangle does not guarantee any minimum quantity or dollar amount of future purchases.

8. Notice of Non-Acceptance and Cure

8.1. GoTriangle shall have the right to inspect all furniture, materials, and services provided under this Contract to determine compliance with the Contract requirements. Acceptance by GoTriangle shall not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for latent defects or warranty obligations.

8.2. If GoTriangle determines that any furniture, materials, installation, or services do not conform to the requirements of the Contract, GoTriangle may issue a written Notice of Non- Acceptance identifying the deficiencies or non-compliance.

8.3. Upon receipt of a Notice of Non-Acceptance, the Contractor shall, at no additional cost to GoTriangle, promptly repair, replace, or otherwise correct the identified deficiencies within the time specified by GoTriangle or as otherwise mutually agreed upon in writing.

EXHIBIT A

EXHIB IT A - Plaza Building 2nd Floor - Operations Area

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NOTES:

1) Hatched area shows extents of work.

2) Dimensions shown are for reference only.

Contractor to verify all dimensions and areas prior to beginning work. Contractor is responsible for ensuring proper fit and accurate size of all areas.

Exhibit A - Plaza Building 2nd Floor - Operations Area

Terms and Conditions

1. Services

Contractor agrees to perform the services outlined in the contract (hereinafter "Services").

Contractor hereby represents and warrants that it has the experience, capability and resources, including but not limited to sufficient personnel and supervisors, to efficiently and expeditiously perform the Services to be provided hereunder with the highest professional standards, and Contractor further represents and warrants that it will at all times devote the necessary personnel and supervisors to perform the Services hereunder in such a manner. Contractor warrants and represents that prior to submitting a proposal for any Services, Contractor will examine all of the specifications, directions and conditions relating to the Services, investigate the scope of the project and the difficulties which may be encountered in performing the Services, and hereby assumes full and complete responsibility for, and risk in connection with, said Services.

2. Contract Term

The term of the resulting contract shall begin on the date of execution and continue for an initial period of two (2) years, unless canceled, terminated, or otherwise extended as permitted. At its sole discretion, GoTriangle may extend the contract for an additional one year period, for a total maximum term not to exceed three (3) years.

3. Liquidated Damages

Time is of the essence in the performance of this Contract.

The Contractor shall complete all work by the completion date specified in the applicable Purchase Order or any written extension approved by GoTriangle.

If the Contractor fails to complete the work by the required completion date, and the delay is not excused under the terms of the Contract, the Contractor shall be assessed liquidated damages in the amount of One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) for each calendar day the work remains incomplete beyond the required completion date.

GoTriangle may deduct any assessed liquidated damages from amounts otherwise due to the Contractor or pursue any other remedies available under the Contract or at law. The assessment of liquidated damages shall not relieve the Contractor of its obligation to complete the work or limit any other rights or remedies available to GoTriangle under the Contract.

4. Invoicing and Compensation

4.1. GoTriangle agrees to pay the Contractor, and the Contractor agrees to accept payment, for services rendered under the resulting contract in accordance with the mutually agreed-upon project milestones. Payment for each milestone shall be due within thirty (30) days following (i) the Contractor’s submission of a valid invoice for the completed milestone, and (ii) written approval of milestone completion by the designated end user or authorized representative of GoTriangle.

4.2. Contractor shall submit an original invoice in a form satisfactory to GoTriangle and shall reference this Contract Number 1012-27-002. Invoices shall be submitted in an electronic form to the following address: invoice@gotriangle.org.

4.3. GoTriangle hereby requires and Contractor agrees that Contractor will submit with the final invoice, a waiver of lien and all applicable Subcontractor's and Materialman's release and waivers of lien, in form and substance acceptable to GoTriangle, at the conclusion of Services performed and receipt by Contractor of a Notice of Acceptance from GoTriangle.

Contractor shall also furnish all permits, licenses, certificates of approval from all governing inspection authorities including, as applicable, certificates of occupancy and inspection, applicable warranties, manufacturer's assigned guarantees and authorizations in the possession of Contractor. Additional completion documents may be required by GoTriangle's Contracts and Grants Coordinator.

4.4. GoTriangle will forward payments of Contractor's invoices to the "remit to" address on the invoice which has been approved for payment.

4.5. GoTriangle may withhold full or partial payment of any invoice as GoTriangle deems necessary due to:

4.5.1. Non-satisfaction of Services that are not remedied;

4.5.2. Third-party claims filed or information in possession of GoTriangle reasonably indicating probable filing of such claims;

4.5.3. Damage to GoTriangle or another party for which Contractor is partially or wholly responsible;

4.5.4. Persistent failure to carry out the Services in accordance with this Agreement.

4.6. In the event any full or partial payment is withheld, full payment shall be made when the offending condition is cured.

4.7. The prices shall remain firm for the duration of the current contract term. The Contractor may request a price adjustment in connection with any renewal term by providing written notice to GoTriangle not less than sixty (60) days prior to the expiration of the then-current term. Any such request shall include detailed supporting documentation and justification for the proposed adjustment, including evidence of increases in labor, materials, market conditions, or applicable price indices. All requested price adjustments shall be subject to GoTriangle review and written approval and shall become effective only upon renewal of the contract.

mailto:invoice@gotriangle.org

5. Changes in the Services

5.1. Only a Contract Amendment signed by duly authorized representatives of both parties, can modify the Contract, as long as it does not change the Contract’s general scope.

Purported changes to the Contract by an unauthorized person or made unilaterally by the Contractor will be void and without effect; Contractor will not be entitled to any claim made under the Contract based on any such purported changes.

5.2. No Change Order shall be issued where:

5.2.1. The change was necessitated in whole or in part by Contractor's failure to comply with a requirement of this Contract;

5.2.2. Contractor's work would have been affected by any other cause that would not be considered an alteration in, addition to, or deduction from the Services requested by the GoTriangle;

5.2.3. Contractor proceeds with any Services without giving notices as required under the Contract; or

5.2.4. The changes are required to correct deficient Services, to achieve compliance with the requirements set forth in this Contract, or due to Services which do not conform with good industry practices, or is otherwise faulty or defective.

6. Services on GoTriangle’s Premises

6.1. Contractor understands and agrees that it is solely responsible for ensuring that its personnel will perform the Services called for hereunder in a safe manner and in accordance with all applicable safety laws and regulations, including but not limited to the Occupational Safety and Health Act and its implementing regulations. Contractor further agrees that it will ensure all of its personnel performing Services on GoTriangle’s premises will observe all applicable GoTriangle safety rules and standards. Contractor also agrees that it is required to discharge any duty or responsibility of Contractor to its personnel or other persons. Contractor will provide all necessary training and supervision to ensure compliance with all requirements of this Section.

6.2. The Services of Contractor should be done in such a manner that the Services do not interfere with the continuous operation of GoTriangle’s business or the work of other contractors. In the event that the Services performed hereunder may conflict in any way with such continuous operation or the work of other contractors, agreement will be reached with GoTriangle as to the sequence to be followed in performing the Services.

6.3. Personnel required to work on the GoTriangle’s property must obtain a GoTriangle’s vendors’ badge. Contractor must advise its affected Personnel that, to obtain a vendor’s badge and to access GoTriangle’s confidential information, the Contractor will perform a background check.

7. Conflict of Interest

GoTriangle has adopted a Code of Ethics that establishes standards of conduct for GoTriangle officials and employees. No director, officer or employee of GoTriangle shall have, during their tenure, any interest, direct or indirect, in Contractor, its subcontractors, this Agreement or the proceeds thereof. Contractor shall not, directly or indirectly, offer to the aforementioned individuals, nor shall such individuals accept from Contractor, gifts, gratuities, favors, or anything of monetary value.

8. Contract Termination

8.1. Termination for Convenience

8.1.1. GoTriangle may terminate the Contract for the convenience of GoTriangle by giving the Contractor thirty (30) calendar days prior written notice of such termination.

8.1.2. Upon receipt of a written notice of termination, the Contractor shall:

a. Immediately discontinue all Services affected (unless the notice directs otherwise),

b. Deliver to and transfer title to the GoTriangle’s authorized personnel all data, reports, and other information and materials as may have been accumulated by Contractor in performing the Services under this Agreement, whether completed or in process, and

c. Make no additional commitments for any resources except as necessary to complete the remaining work under this contract.

8.1.3. GoTriangle may at any time, by written notice to Contractor, require Contractor to stop all, or any part, of the Services for a period herein specified in the Stop Work Order, not to exceed ninety (90) calendar days after the Stop Work Order is delivered to Contractor, and for such further period to which the parties may agree in writing. Upon receipt of the Stop Work Order, Contractor shall immediately stop performing the Services covered by the Stop Work Order and take all reasonable steps to minimize the incurring of costs allocated to the portion of the Services covered by such Stop Work Order. Within the period, GoTriangle will deliver to Contractor either (i) a notice that the Stop Work Order is canceled, and authorization for the Services to re-commence or (ii) a notice of termination of the Agreement for convenience or default.

8.1.4. Notwithstanding any other provisions to the contrary, including without limitation the provisions of the Agreement relating to compensation, if GoTriangle terminates the Agreement for convenience, GoTriangle will pay the Contractor for Services performed through the date of termination in accordance with the compensation provisions of this Agreement.

8.2. Termination For Default

8.2.1. The Contractor shall be in default if it breaches any of its obligations under this Contract deemed material by the Contracting Officer. In addition to those instances specifically referred to in this Contract, the Contractor shall be in default in the following circumstances:

a. It fails to begin, or abandons, the work of the Contract in accordance with Contractual requirements;

b. It fails to deliver the Product or perform the Services within the time specified in the Contract or any extension approved by the Contracting Officer;

c. It fails to make progress in a manner deemed reasonable by the Contracting Officer so as to endanger performance of the Contract; or

d. In the view of the Contracting Officer, the Contractor is willfully violating the Contract or is not executing it reasonably and in good faith.

8.2.2. In the event of a default or breach, GoTriangle will provide a written notice to the Contractor, specifying the nature of the breach and stating that, the Contractor has ten (10) days (or such additional time as the Contracting Officer authorizes, to cure the breach (“Notice to Cure”). If the Contractor fails to cure the breach in the time specified in the Notice to Cure, GoTriangle may terminate the Contract, in whole or designated part, for default in accordance with the provisions of this Contract, by a written “Notice of Default” to the Contractor.

8.2.3. Upon receipt of a “Notice of Default,” the Contractor shall immediately cease performance of the work so terminated. GoTriangle shall have the right to take any action necessary to complete the work, including performing the work itself, or contracting with another party to do so. In the event the work is completed directly by GoTriangle or by a third party, the Contractor shall be liable for the additional costs and expenses necessary to complete the work, including, without limitation, labor, material costs, development costs, tooling expenses, equipment costs, software costs, and property costs. The Authority may deduct the costs and expenses so charged from any monies otherwise payable to the Contractor. Nothing contained herein shall be deemed to relieve the Contractor of its continuing obligation to perform any portion of the Contract that was not terminated.

8.2.4. GoTriangle may, in its sole discretion, waive a default by the Contractor, but such waiver shall not be deemed a waiver of any subsequent default.

8.2.5. Upon any termination for default, GoTriangle may require the Contractor to transfer title and deliver to GoTriangle:

a. any completed or partially completed Services, Products or other work or deliverables, and

b. components (including data and intellectual property) and contract rights that the Contractor has specifically produced or acquired for the terminated portion of this Contract. Upon direction of the Contracting Officer, the Contractor shall also protect and preserve property in its possession in which the Authority may have an interest.

8.2.6. Upon any termination for default, GoTriangle shall only pay for Products or Services accepted in accordance with this Contract. GoTriangle may also compensate the Contractor for any actions it reasonably takes at the Contracting Officer’s direction, for the protection and preservation of property. GoTriangle may withhold from these amounts, any sum that the Contracting Officer determines to be necessary to protect GoTriangle against loss because of outstanding or claimed liens, or pending or anticipated claims under the Contract.

8.2.7. The rights and remedies of GoTriangle in this clause are in addition to any other rights and remedies provided under this Contract, at law, or in equity.

9. Transition Assistance

If the Contract is not renewed at the end of the term, or is canceled prior to its expiration, for any reason, the Contractor must provide for up to six (6) months after the expiration or cancellation of the Contract, all reasonable transition assistance requested by GoTriangle, to allow for the expired or canceled portion of the Services to continue without interruption or adverse effect, and to facilitate the orderly transfer of such Services to GoTriangle or its designees. Such transition assistance will be deemed by the parties to be governed by the terms and conditions of the Contract, (notwithstanding the expiration or cancellation) except for those Contract terms or conditions that do not reasonably apply to such transition assistance. GoTriangle shall pay the Contractor for any resources utilized in performing such transition assistance at the most current Contract rates for Contractor performance. If GoTriangle cancels the Contract for default, then GoTriangle will be entitled to offset the cost of paying the Contractor for the additional resources the Contractor utilized in providing transition assistance with any damages GoTriangle may have otherwise accrued as a result of said cancellation.

10. Indemnification and Hold Harmless

To the fullest extent allowed by law and as applicable to N.C.G.S. Section 22B-1, Contractor hereby assumes the risk of and covenants to indemnify GoTriangle, its directors, trustees, officers, employees, affiliates, stakeholders, and agents (hereinafter referred to as "Indemnitees") against, and hold them harmless from all alleged losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses, including without limitation, reasonable attorneys' fees, (i) Contractor’s failure to meet any of its obligations under this Contract, including but not limited to Contractor’s obligations to safeguard protected and/or confidential infromation from security incidents; (ii) arising out of alleged injury to or death of any person, sickness or disease to any person(s), (iiI) arising out of alleged damages to any property, real or personal, tangible or intangible, iv) or any alleged economic loss resulting from the alleged negligence or wrongful act or any error or omission by Contractor, its subcontractors, its agents or persons performing Services, or breach by Contractor, its subcontractors, its agents or persons performing Services, of any provision of the Agreement, in the performance of the Services thereunder.

10.1. In addition to the indemnity provisions set forth elsewhere in this Agreement and not in limitation thereof, Contractor agrees to indemnify and hold the Indemnitees harmless from any and all alleged claims, losses, judgments, or causes of action by Contractor's employees, independent contractors, or their representatives for personal injury or death arising out of, during, or from performance of the Services caused by any act or omission of Contractor. This provision is entered into pursuant to North Carolina General Statute Section 97-10.2(e).

10.2. Contractor understands and agrees that it is Contractor’s responsibility to provide indemnification to GoTriangle pursuant to this Section. Insurance, while anticipated to provide a funding source for indemnification, is in addition to any indemnification requirements. The failure of the Contractor’s insurance to fully fund any indemnification shall not relieve the Contractor of any obligation under the indemnification clauses set out within this Agreement.

10.3. In performing its duties under this requirement, Contractor shall, at its sole expense, defend GoTriangle with legal counsel reasonably acceptable to GoTriangle. GoTriangle shall nevertheless have the right at its expense to participate in the defense of such Charges. Notwithstanding the foregoing, however, under no circumstances shall Contractor compromise or settle any such Charges without the prior written consent and approval of GoTriangle, after full disclosure by Contractor. Section 10 shall survive expiration or termination of this Agreement.

11. Dispute Resolution

Disputes concerning a question of fact or law arising in the performance of the Agreement, which are not resolved by agreement of the parties to the Agreement, shall be decided in writing by the authorized representative of GoTriangle. This decision shall be final and conclusive unless within ten (10) calendar days from the date of receipt of its copy, Contractor mails or otherwise furnishes a written appeal to the authorized representative of GoTriangle. In connection with any such appeal, Contractor shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard and to offer evidence in support of its position to GoTriangle.

The decision of the authorized representative of GoTriangle rendered at the conclusion of any such appeal shall be final and conclusive as to questions of fact unless determined by a court of competent jurisdiction to have been fraudulent, capricious, arbitrary, or so grossly erroneous as necessarily to imply bad faith. The decision of GoTriangle or its duly authorized representative shall not be final and conclusive as to questions of law. No action challenging such decision shall be brought more than six months from the date of Contractor’s receipt of such decision.

11.1. If it is determined, on appeal, that GoTriangle’s interpretation of the Agreement, direction to Contractor, or any other action required by GoTriangle’s decision was an erroneous determination of the rights and obligations of the parties under the Agreement, Contractor’s remedy shall be the same as if such action were a change under Section 4 Changes in the Services above.

11.2. Unless otherwise directed by GoTriangle, Contractor shall continue performance under the Agreement while matters in dispute are being resolved. Nothing in this section shall preclude alternative dispute resolution.

11.3. By submission of a proposal or offer in response to GoTriangle’s solicitation, Contractor agreed to exhaust its administrative remedies under this Section 10 prior to seeking judicial relief of any type in connection with any matter related to the solicitation, the award of any contract, and any dispute under any resulting contract.

12. Choice of Law / Forum

This Agreement shall be deemed made in and shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina. All litigation arising out of the Agreement shall be commenced in courts sitting in Durham County, North Carolina. If an action is instituted in federal court, such action shall be brought in the United States District Court of the Middle District of North Carolina.

13. Insurance

Contractor shall carry insurance as specified in the contract Attachment C. Contractor shall provide GoTriangle with a valid Certificate of Insurance prior to beginning any work pursuant to the resultant contract.

14. Independent Contractor

14.1. The parties acknowledge that Contractor is an independent contractor to GoTriangle. This Agreement is not to be construed as creating or constituting a joint venture, partnership, or agent/principal relationship between GoTriangle and Contractor. Contractor represents that it has, or will secure, at its own expense, all personnel required in performing the Services under this Agreement. Such personnel shall not be employees of, shall not be considered servants or agents or, nor have any contractual relationship with GoTriangle. Contractor, consistent with its status as an independent contractor, further agrees that its personnel will not hold themselves out as, nor claim to be, officers or employees of GoTriangle by reason of this Agreement. Contractor shall be responsible for all withholding and employer taxes with respect to such personnel to the complete exclusion of GoTriangle.

14.2. Contractor agrees to pay, and hereby accepts full and exclusive liability for the payment of, any and all contributions and taxes for Unemployment Compensation or Disability Insurance or Old Age Pension or Annuities now or hereafter imposed by any Federal or state governmental authority which are imposed with respect to or measured by wages, salaries, or other compensation paid by Contractor to persons employed by Contractor;

and Contractor further agrees to indemnify and save GoTriangle harmless against any and all such liability or claims therefor.

15. Accuracy of Financial Statements

Contractor agrees that all financial reports, settlements and billings to GoTriangle will properly reflect the facts about all activities and transactions handled for the account of GoTriangle, which data may be relied upon as being complete and accurate in any further recording and reporting made by GoTriangle for whatever purpose.

16. Non-Discrimination

To the extent permitted by North Carolina and federal law, such as Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, section 303 of the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, section 202 of the Amercian with Disabilities Act of 1990, the parties for themselves, their agents, trustees, officials, directors, officers, members, representatives, employees, and contractors agree not to discriminate in any manner or in any form based on actual or perceived age, mental or physical disability, sex, religion, creed, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial or marital status, economic status, veteran status or national origin in connection with this Contract or its performance.

This section shall be binding on the successors and assigns of all parties with reference to the subject matter of the Contract.

17. Covenant Against Contingent Fees

Contractor warrants that no person or selling agency has been employed or retained to solicit or secure this Agreement upon an agreement or understanding for a commission, percentage, brokerage, or contingent fee, excepting bona fide employees or bona fide established commercial or selling agencies maintained by Contractor for the purpose of securing business. In the event of a breach or violation of this warranty, GoTriangle shall have the right to annul this Agreement without liability or, in its discretion, to deduct from the compensation set forth in this Agreement, or otherwise recover, the full amount of such commission, percentage, brokerage, or contingent fee.

18. Delegation and Assignment

Contractor may not delegate the performance of any obligation to a third party unless mutually agreed in writing by Contractor and the third party. And provided further, this Agreement and the obligations hereunder cannot be assigned, subcontracted or delegated by Contractor without the written consent of GoTriangle.

19. Nonwaiver

No failure or waiver or successive failures or waivers on the part of either party, its successors or permitted assigns, in the enforcement of any condition, covenants, or article of this Agreement shall operate as a discharge of any such condition, covenant or article nor render the same invalid, nor impair the right of either party hereto, their successors or permitted assigns, to enforce the same in the event of any subsequent breaches by the other party hereto, its successors or permitted assigns.

20. Merger

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement of the parties, all prior discussions, representations and agreements being merged herein. The Agreement may not be amended except in writing signed by both parties to the Agreement. The captions in this Agreement are for convenience only and shall not affect the substantive meaning of any provision herein.

21. Reference

Contractor shall obtain permission from GoTriangle prior to use of GoTriangle’s name as a reference, or in any of its promotional or reference material.

22. Contractor’s Personnel

GoTriangle reserves the right to request removal of any Contractor employee assigned to a project when, in the opinion of GoTriangle, the individual performance is unsatisfactory.

23. Certification on Israel Boycott

Contractor certifies that it has not been designated by the North Carolina State Treasurer as a company engaged in the boycott of Israel pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 147-86.81.

24. Notices

All official notices and communications under this Contract shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly given (i) on the date of delivery, if delivered personally to the party to whom notice is given, or (ii) at the date of actual receipt if mailed by United States mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested. Notices and other communications shall be directed to the parties at the addresses listed below:

24.1. Contractor:

24.2. GoTriangle:

GoTriangle Attn: President and CEO P.O. Box 13787 (mail) Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 4600 Emperor Blvd, Ste 100 (delivery) Durham, NC 27703

• With a copy to:

Attn: General Counsel P.O. Box 13787 (mail) Research Triangle Park, NC 27709 4600 Emperor Blvd, Ste 100 (delivery) Durham, NC 27703

Telephone, email, and fax communications with GoTriangle may be used to expedite discussions;

however, none shall be deemed official communications under this Agreement unless and until they are confirmed in writing in accordance with the requirements of this Section.

25. No Third-Party Rights

Except as expressly set forth herein, the representations, warranties, terms and provisions of this Contract are for the exclusive benefit of the parties hereto and no other person or entity shall have any right or claim against either party by reason of any of these terms and provisions or be entitled to enforce any of these terms and provisions against either party.

26. Severability

If any part, term or provision of this Contract is judicially determined to be illegal or in conflict with any applicable law, the validity of the remaining portions or provisions shall not be affected, and the rights and obligations of the parties shall be construed and enforced as if this Contract did not contain the particular part, term or provision held to be invalid or illegal.

27. Survivorship

Any and all provisions, promises and warranties contained herein which by their nature or effect are required or intended to be observed, kept or performed after termination of this Contract will survive the termination of this Contract and remain binding upon and for the benefit of the parties hereto.

28. Attachments

Any attachment or exhibit to this Contract will be incorporated into and made a part of this Contract. In the event of a conflict between the provisions contained in the body of this Contract and any attachment or exhibit, the terms in the body of this Agreement will control.

29. Separate Counterparts

This Contractor may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which, when so executed, shall be deemed to be an original. Such counterparts shall together constitute and be one of the same instrument.

30. Iran Divestment Act

Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 147-86.59, any person identified as engaging in investment activities in Iran, determined by appearing on the Final Divestment List created by the State Treasurer pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 147-86.58, is ineligible to contract with the State of North Carolina or any political subdivision of the State. The Iran Divestment Act of 2015, N.C.G.S. § 147-86.55 et seq. requires that each vendor, prior to contracting with the State, certify that the contracting party meets the requirements of the Iran Divestment Act. The State Treasurer’s Final Divestment List can be found on the State Treasurer’s website at the address www.nctreasurer.com/Iran and will be up dated every 180 Days.

30.1. By execution of this Contract, Contractor certifies that neither he nor his agents, contractors, consultants, or subconsultants/contractors (i) are on the Final Divestment List of entities that the State Treasurer has determined engages in investment activities in Iran; (ii) shall not utilize on any contract with the State agency any subcontractor that is identified on the Final Divestment List; and (iii) that the undersigned are authorized by the parties to make this Certification.

30.2. During the term of this Contract, should Contractor receive information that a person is in violation of the Act as stated above, GoTriangle will offer the person an opportunity to respond and GoTriangle will take action as appropriate and provided for by law, rule, or contract. Should this Act be voided by NC General Statute, this Contract will remain valid; however this certification will no longer be required.

31. E-Verify

The Contractor shall comply with the requirements of Article 2 of Chapter 64 of the North Carolina General Statutes (E-Verify). Failure of the Contractor to comply with this provision or failure of his sub-contractors to comply could render this order void under North Carolina Law.

32. Debarment Policy

It is the policy of GoTriangle not to enter into any agreement with parties that have been debarred by any government agency (Federal or State). By execution of this agreement, both parties certify that neither it nor its agents or contractors are presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible or voluntarily excluded from participating in this transaction.

33. Force Majeure

Neither party shall be deemed to be in default of its obligations hereunder if and so long as it is prevented from performing such obligations as a result of unforeseen events or circumstances that are beyond its reasonable control, including without limitation, fire, power failures, any act of war, hostile foreign action, nuclear explosion, riot, strikes or failures or refusals to perform under subcontracts, civil insurrection, earthquake, hurricane, tornado, epidemics, pandemics, embargoes, or other catastrophic natural event or act of God.

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34. Operational Continuity

Operational Continuity Contractor warrants that it will perform without relief notwithstanding being sold or acquired; no such event will operate to mitigate or alter any of Contractor’s duties hereunder absent a consented delegation under Section 18. Delegation and Assignment, that expressly recognizes the event.

35. Acceptance Process

35.1. GoTriangle shall have the obligation to notify Contractor, in writing ten (10) calendar days following provision, performance (under a provided milestone or otherwise as agreed) or delivery of any Services or other Deliverables described in the Contractor that are not acceptable.

35.2. Acceptance testing is required for all Contractor supplied software and software or platform services unless provided otherwise in the solicitation documents or a Statement of Work. GoTriangle may define such processes and procedures as may be necessary or proper, in its opinion and discretion, to ensure compliance with the GoTriangle’s specifications, and Contractor’s Product Warranties and technical representations. GoTriangle shall have the obligation to notify Contractor in writing and within thirty (30) days following installation of any software deliverable if it is not acceptable.

35.3. Acceptance of Services or other Deliverables including software or platform services may be controlled by an amendment hereto, or additional terms as agreed by the Parties.

35.4. The notice of non-acceptance shall specify in reasonable detail the reason(s) a Service or given Deliverable is unacceptable. Acceptance by GoTriangle shall not be unreasonably withheld; but may be conditioned or delayed as required for installation and/or testing of Deliverables. Final acceptance is expressly conditioned upon completion of any applicable inspection and testing procedures. Should a Service or Deliverable fail to meet any specifications or acceptance criteria, GoTriangle may exercise any and all rights hereunder. Services or Deliverables discovered to be defective or failing to conform to the specifications may be rejected upon initial inspection or at any later time if the defects or errors contained in the Services or Deliverables or non-compliance with the specifications were not reasonably ascertainable upon initial inspection. If the Vendor fails to promptly cure or correct the defect or replace or re-perform the Services or Deliverables, GoTriangle reserves the right to cancel the Purchase Order, contract with a different Vendor, and to invoice the original Contractor for any differential in price over the original Contract price.

Instructions to Offerors

Research Triangle Regional Transportation Authority d.b.a. GoTriangle ("GoTriangle") invites qualified and experienced firms to submit Proposals for consideration to contract with GoTriangle to provide Commercial Grade Office Furniture.

1. Anticipated Timeline

RFP Issue Date: 07/06/2026

Pre-Offer Conference: Pre-Offer conference will not be conducted

Requests For Clarification Due: 07/10/2026 before 2:00 PM local NC time

Exceptions to Terms and Conditions, if applicable: 07/10/2026 before 2:00 PM local NC time

Addendum Published, if applicable: 07/13/2026

Proposal Due Date and Time: 07/17/2026 before 2:00 PM local NC time

Proposal Evaluation: 07/17/2026 - 07/24/2026

Negotiations and BAFO, if applicable: 07/24/2026 – 07/31/2026

Notice of Intent to Award: 07/31/2026

Contract Execution: Upon GoTriangle’s Board approval, if applicable

2. Requests for Clarification

Offerors with questions regarding the solicitation shall submit all inquiries in writing to Dean Nunnally, Procurement Officer at Dnunnally@gotriangle.org, by the Requests For Clarification Due date listed in the Section 1. Anticipated Timeline. The inquiries shall reference the solicitation page and section.

3. Pre- Offer Conference

Pre-Bid conference will not be conducted for this solicitaion.

4. Addenda

Responses to all timely submitted questions will be posted as an Addenda on the GoTriangle website: https://GoTriangle.org/procurement-opportunities. It is the responsibility of the bidder to periodically check the GoTriangle’s website for addendums.

Only a solicitation addendum issued by the procurement officer may modify the Solicitation.

https://gotriangle.org/procurement-opportunities

5. Proposal Content

The proposal information shall be presented in a clear, comprehensive, and concise manner and in the prescribed format. In order for GoTriangle to adequately compare and evaluate qualifications objectively, proposals shall be submitted in accordance with the following format in terms of order. The proposals shall be prepared simply and economically, providing straightforward and concise information. Materials other than those specifically requested at each stage of the selection process will not be considered and shall not be submitted at any time during the selection process. Proposals shall be submitted to GoTriangle on the most favorable of terms possible from the standpoint of cost, quality and technical capability.

Offerors shall limit their submission to the following:

5.1. Cover Sheet, listing the Offeror's name, the RFP title and…