Career Technical Education Table & Chair RFP

The Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD) is seeking bids for a Career Technical Education furniture procurement, specifically for tables and chairs to be delivered to the Genesee Career Institute located at 5081 Torrey Road in Flint, Michigan. The project involves purchasing 250 MityLite Classic Series Hourglass Stack Chairs, 32 ABS 60" round tables, and 42 ABS 30"x96" rectangular tables, along with corresponding storage carts for transportation and management. The RFP requires newly manufactured furniture with specific manufacturer and color requirements, with no substitutions permitted. Bids were due on August 3, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. EST, with an anticipated award date of August 11, 2020, during the Board of Education meeting. Vendors were required to submit a comprehensive bid package including a completed bid form, Public Act 232 Familial Relationship Disclosure form, and Iran Economic Sanctions Act certification. Evaluation criteria include meeting precise product specifications, delivery capabilities, lead times, and pricing that includes delivery and installation at the specified location.

The procurement does not explicitly outline set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must complete several mandatory certifications, including disclosing any familial relationships with district board members and certifying they are not an Iran-linked business. The bid allows for potential splitting of awards between multiple vendors if deemed in the district's best interest. While specific budget ranges were not disclosed, the comprehensive bid form in Attachment B Part II includes columns for vendors to provide unit pricing for each furniture item and associated delivery/installation services. The district reserved the right to modify quantities during the contracting process and can cancel the RFP if work is delayed more than six months due to circumstances beyond their control. Delivery and installation are critical components, with vendors required to coordinate with Karl Lang, Director of Operations, and provide estimated lead times for each item. The final acceptance is contingent upon complete delivery, installation, and approval by the district's representatives.