DRAFTING TABLES & STOOLS

Westchester Community College is soliciting a Request for Quotation (RFQ) number WCC-ADV25306 for procuring specialized drafting equipment for its Engineering Department. The procurement involves furnishing, delivering, and installing 20 Safco Ranger Steel 4-Post drafting tables (Model #7734B) with specific requirements including a 48"W x 37.5"D x 37" H work surface, tilting capabilities, bleached birch top finish, and black edge detailing. Additionally, the college seeks 21 extended height Safco Metro Series drafting stools (Model #3442BL) with ergonomic features including a form-fitting contoured back, cushioned seat, aluminum base, and black nylon blend fabric upholstery. The procurement also includes 21 sets of dual wheel hard floor casters. The bid is due on April 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with delivery and installation to occur in the Tech Building's Ground Floor Engineering Department Classroom/Lab during normal business hours. Vendors must submit clearly typed or hand-written quotes, signed and returned before the specified due date, with pricing based on unit and extended prices. Quoted prices must remain firm for a 45-day period, and the successful vendor will be responsible for complete installation, clean-up, and debris removal.

The solicitation emphasizes several procurement policies that provide opportunities for diverse businesses, including preferences for enterprises owned by persons of color, women, and/or service-disabled veterans. Bidders must comply with sexual harassment prevention policies and certify that their proposed pricing does not exceed rates charged to similar customers. The college maintains tax-exempt status for this purchase and requires all submitted equipment to be new with guarantees against faulty materials and workmanship. Vendors must submit independent quotes without collusion and provide detailed specifications for any proposed deviations from the requested brands. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the procurement suggests a substantial investment in upgrading the Engineering Department's infrastructure. The college reserves the right to reject any or all bids and can award by individual or grouped items, providing flexibility in the procurement process. Successful vendors must also complete a standardized insurance form and understand that their submitted responses are considered public records under the New York State Freedom of Information Law.