Classroom furniture

The Clio Area School District is seeking a comprehensive classroom furniture procurement through a competitive sealed bidding process for Clio Central High School (CCHS), Clio High School (CHS), and Clio Middle School (CMS). The Request for Proposal (RFP) solicits bids for a substantial furniture order including 120 desks and 30 chairs for CCHS, 500-175 classroom desks and 875 chairs for CHS, and 670 Mini Diamond Desks, 64 classroom tables, and 800 chairs for CMS. Technical specifications require 16-gauge steel legs, 18-gauge steel frames, adjustable legs, and specific color options, with a mandatory minimum 10-year warranty on all items. The RFP is due on May 2, 2025, at 12:00 PM, with a required completion and installation deadline of August 15, 2025 at noon. Bidders must submit detailed documentation including three references from similar educational institution projects, a notarized familial relationship disclosure, and certification of compliance with the Iran Economic Sanctions Act.

The procurement opportunity does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must provide proof of insurance with minimum coverage of $500,000 liability, $100,000 property liability, and $500,000 auto liability. The school district retains the right to award contracts to individual vendors by item or group of items and can reject any or all bids. While no specific budget range is mentioned, the comprehensive nature of the furniture procurement suggests a significant investment. The district holds a sales tax exemption, which will apply to the purchase. The procurement covers multiple jurisdictions within Genesee County, Michigan, specifically targeting educational institutions in Clio, with a focus on modernizing and standardizing classroom furniture across different school locations.