MPA 615 OE Residential Furniture for Group Homes

The State of Rhode Island Division of Purchases has issued a Master Price Agreement (MPA 615) Open Enrollment solicitation (OEV23002172) to establish multi-source, fixed-term contracts for a customized furniture component manufacturing program exclusively for Rhode Island Community Living and Supports (RICLAS) residential group homes. The procurement seeks vendors capable of supplying and delivering all services and materials necessary to manufacture furniture components for these specialized residential facilities. The contract period runs from January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2025, with potential options for two additional 12-month renewal periods based on vendor performance and funding availability. Vendors must submit proposals electronically through the Ocean State Procures system and will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis. Required qualifications include comprehensive insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 in liability per occurrence, workers compensation, and automobile liability. When specific projects arise, user agencies will issue mini-bids to qualified vendors, requesting price quotes with a preference for competitive pricing.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Women Business Enterprise (WBE), and Veteran Business Enterprise (VBE) certified vendors, requiring at least one quote from these certified businesses when obtaining project quotes. The contract will be applicable statewide, allowing participation from political subdivisions, institutions of higher education, municipal and state schools, and quasi-public agencies. A 1% contract administrative fee will be assessed on all purchase orders issued under the Master Price Agreement. While no specific award value or budget range is explicitly stated, the open enrollment structure suggests flexibility in vendor selection and project scope. Vendors must complete a Vendor Certification Questionnaire, Vendor Qualifications Assessment, and MBE Participation Acknowledgment Form as part of their proposal. The State reserves the right to make single or multiple awards and to reject any or all bids, with vendor selection for specific projects based on factors including price, expertise, and availability.