ECPS Oriole's Nest RFP

The Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD) is seeking proposals for furniture procurement for its Early Childhood Programs and Services (ECPS), specifically for the Oriole's Nest program serving children ages 2.5 through eight with special education needs. The procurement involves 18 Oriole's Nest seating units and 18 lug egg units, specified with Fabric Grade 6 in Chroma Vinyl Blueberry, manufactured by FOMCORE. The units must meet CAL 133 Fire Retardant standards and feature zippered construction, with precise dimensional requirements of 48"L x 21"W x 56.5"H for the Oriole's Nest and 35"L x 3"H for the lug egg pad. The bid is due on April 9, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. EST, with an anticipated installation timeframe prior to June 30, 2025. Bidders must submit one original and two copies of their proposal, including completed mandatory forms such as the Familial Relationship Disclosure, Iran Economic Sanctions Certification, and School Safety Affidavit. The district reserves the right to modify the total number of bid items and will only accept bids from vendors who can meet the exact specifications, with no product substitutions permitted.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, and no incumbent vendors are explicitly identified. Potential bidders must comply with Michigan state regulations, including Public Act 232 of 2004 and Public Act 517 of 2012, which require disclosure of familial relationships and prohibit economic ties with Iran. Vendors must certify that all individuals working on district property have no disqualifying criminal backgrounds, and they must report any changes in personnel's legal status within three business days. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed in the documents, the bid requires comprehensive pricing that includes delivery, installation, and setup, with the district explicitly stating they will not cover local warehouse storage costs. The GISD is a tax-exempt entity and expects vendors to adhere to federal, state, and local regulations, including OSHA requirements and safety protocols. The contract will be awarded at the district's board meeting on the bid opening date, with purchase orders to be issued shortly thereafter.