DOLVE HALL DESKS

North Dakota State University (NDSU) is seeking bids for the procurement and installation of 66 desks for Dolve Hall, located at 1319 Centennial Blvd, Fargo, ND 58102, with a planned installation date of August 25, 2025. The solicitation, identified as Bid Number NDSUCE2025.07, requires vendors to provide Steelcase Universal Workstations or equivalent alternatives, each featuring a 24'x60' rectangular desk with metal base, HPL surface, power tower, laminate BBF, and privacy screens. Bidders must submit comprehensive specifications, descriptive literature, and warranty information by the response deadline of April 22, 2025 at 2:00 PM CST. The evaluation criteria will focus on unit pricing, which must include all associated costs such as shipping, delivery, installation, material removal, and site cleanup, as well as warranty considerations. Vendors are expected to coordinate delivery logistics, potentially managing a roll-off dumpster for packaging disposal, and must provide product brochure links, unit prices, quantities, and lead times. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder with the lowest responsive bid that meets all specified requirements.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on participating vendors, suggesting open competition for businesses meeting the technical specifications. The total project involves furnishing 66 workstations across three different areas of Dolve Hall, with color finish options including wood tones, black, and gray, utilizing Grade 2 or equivalent laminate/paint/fabric finishes. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the specifications and the requirement for detailed pricing suggests a substantial investment in institutional furniture. The university will process payments within 30 days of receiving a correct invoice and is tax-exempt. The contract will be governed by North Dakota state procurement regulations and includes provisions for potential termination and compliance with state and federal laws. Existing infrastructure considerations include unexcavated utility tunnels, which may impact delivery and installation logistics for the selected vendor.