Notice of Intent to Participate - Office Furniture and Related Services NASPO ValuePoint

The State of Oregon, through its Department of Administrative Services (DAS), is participating in a cooperative procurement led by the State of Utah on behalf of the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) ValuePoint for Office Furniture and Related Services. The procurement, identified as RFP CT22-79, seeks to establish Master Agreements for various office furniture categories including Office Seating, Lounge and Public Seating, Desks and Tables, Panel Systems, Storage, and Architectural Products. The objective is to obtain best value and more favorable pricing for participating state and local government entities. The State of Oregon intends to enter into Participating Addenda with up to four highest-ranked proposers in each product category, with the Master Agreements set to have a five-year term. Eligible purchasing entities include state governments, institutions of higher education, political subdivisions, and other authorized entities subject to approval by individual state procurement directors. The initial notice was posted on March 24, 2022, with a response deadline of April 8, 2022, though this appears to be for the intent to participate rather than a final proposal submission.

The procurement is open to a wide range of organizations, with no specific set-aside designations mentioned in the documentation. Eligible entities include state agencies, institutions of higher education, political subdivisions, and members of the Oregon Cooperative Purchasing Program (ORCPP). While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the cooperative nature of the procurement suggests potential for significant aggregate purchasing power across multiple jurisdictions. The Participating Addendum allows for flexible contractor selection, potentially including three highest-ranked national-level proposers and three highest-ranked Oregon-specific proposers. The procurement includes provisions for comprehensive coverage, including optional service categories and potential integration with existing government purchasing infrastructure. The Master Agreements will provide a framework for purchasing entities to acquire office furniture and related services through standardized contracts, potentially offering cost savings and streamlined procurement processes for participating organizations.