MPA 564 OE Window Blinds, Shades and Accessories, Purchase and Installation

The State of Rhode Island Division of Purchases is seeking qualified vendors for a Master Price Agreement (MPA 564) to provide window treatments, blinds, shades, and accessories, with a comprehensive scope that includes furnishing, installation, and repair services. This open enrollment vendor assessment will establish a qualified vendor list for statewide use by state agencies, quasi-governmental organizations, municipalities, and legislative and judicial branches. The initial contract period runs from April 1, 2021, through March 31, 2025, with potential for up to four additional 12-month renewals. Vendors must submit proposals electronically through the Ocean State Procures system and will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis, considering factors such as expertise, pricing, and availability. Proposals will be reviewed continuously, with agencies issuing mini-bids to qualified vendors when specific projects arise, requiring vendors to provide detailed pricing quotes and demonstrate their capabilities in window treatment services.

The solicitation includes a mandatory 10% set-aside for Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs), Women Business Enterprises (WBEs), and Veteran Business Enterprises (VBEs), with a requirement to include at least one certified minority vendor in quote processes when possible. Vendors must maintain specific insurance coverage, including $1 million in liability insurance, workers compensation, and automobile liability. While no incumbent vendors are specified, the contract includes a 1% administrative fee on all purchase orders and applies to political subdivisions throughout Rhode Island. Vendors must comply with state procurement regulations, non-discrimination policies, and submit detailed MBE Utilization Plans for review by the Office of Diversity, Equity and Opportunity. Although no specific budget range is provided, the open-ended nature of the contract suggests flexibility in project scope and potential value, with purchasing activity dependent on specific agency needs and project requirements.