Furniture for Living Area - Jones

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) has issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for furniture procurement specific to the Jones cottage living area at the Mt. Vernon Developmental Center, located at 1250 Vernonview Drive in Mount Vernon, Ohio. The solicitation, identified as SRC 0000029203, seeks new furniture for residential living spaces, with an emphasis on comprehensive procurement including all parts, labor, and associated fees for acquisition. Bidders are required to complete an item grid and submit an electronic proposal through the OhioBuys website by the due date of April 9, 2025, at 4:00 pm. The procurement process includes a designated inquiry period from March 26, 2025, to April 7, 2025, during which potential vendors can submit written clarification requests through the OhioBuys platform. Contract award will be determined by selecting the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with quotes required to remain valid for a minimum of 30 days. Strict communication guidelines are in place, prohibiting direct contact with DODD staff about the RFQ outside the designated inquiry period to ensure fairness and transparency.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the provided documentation. The procurement appears to be open to standard commercial vendors capable of meeting the furniture specifications for a developmental center living area. While no incumbent vendors were identified, the solicitation suggests a comprehensive furniture replacement project for the Jones cottage. The RFQ does not specify a precise budget range or award value, though the procurement is focused on furnishing living spaces with new furniture. Potential bidders will need to demonstrate capability to deliver furniture meeting the specific requirements of a developmental center environment, with an understanding of institutional furnishing standards. The procurement process emphasizes electronic submission, competitive pricing, and adherence to the specified communication protocols through the OhioBuys platform.