JPMC Herman Miller Furniture

The State of Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) is issuing 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 and accessories on an as-needed basis. The contract will be awarded for an initial term of 36 months, with the potential to extend up to 10 years total. Bidders may submit offers for any or all of the designated service regions in Illinois, and the contract will provide a percentage discount off the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for a variety of Herman Miller products, including systems furniture, tables, storage, and accessories. Pricing will be firm for the first year, after which the vendor may submit a new MSRP list once per 12-month period. The contract also includes provisions for installation services if requested by the purchasing entity, and bids are due by the date and time specified in the solicitation.

The IFB includes an 11% Business Enterprise Program (BEP) goal for minority, women, and persons with disabilities participation. Bidders must submit a completed BEP Utilization Plan at the time of bid submission, demonstrating their commitment to utilizing BEP certified vendors. The contract was awarded to the lowest priced responsive and responsible bidder, Wiley Office Equipment dba Wiley Office Furniture, for a total award amount of $525,000.00. There is no listed incumbent vendor or Veterans Business Program (VBP) utilization requirement for this contract opportunity.