JPMC Herman Miller Furniture

This state and local contract opportunity from the State of Illinois is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for a joint purchase master contract to enable governmental units and qualified not-for-profit agencies to purchase Herman Miller brand furniture products on an as-needed basis. The contract will include a variety of furniture items such as modular panels, workstations, accessories, and related services. The contract term is 48 months, with no option to renew beyond a total term of 10 years. Bids may be submitted for any or all of the defined service regions, and the State intends to award a contract for each region to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest overall price. Pricing for the contract will be based on a percentage discount off the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Bidders must provide a single percentage discount for each service region and order value tier. The contract includes an economic adjustment clause allowing the vendor to submit a new MSRP list once per 12-month period, subject to State approval.

This solicitation contains an 8% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) goal for vendor participation, and the State reserves the right to make a single award or award by service region. A Certified Directory of Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) vendors registered with the State of Illinois has been provided, and vendors listed may be utilized by the prime contractor to meet the BEP participation goal. The pricing terms, set asides, and funding information are not provided in the documentation, but the contract opportunity is for the State of Illinois and any state or local government agencies that participate.