OFF52 Office, School, Library Furniture, Accessories & Services

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through its Operational Services Division (OSD), is seeking bids for a new statewide contract for Office, School, and Library Furniture, Accessories, and Services, designated as OFF52. This seven-year contract, with no renewal options, will replace the existing OFF38 contract. Bidders must offer a catalog with a minimum of three manufacturing lines per product category, with at least two lines holding specific third-party environmental certifications. The 12 product categories include systems furniture, seating, office furniture, storage, preconfigured walls, education/library furniture, dormitory/healthcare furniture, ergonomic accessories, refurbished furniture, quick ship, and various furniture services. Evaluation criteria include 45% for manufacturers, price, and discounts, 25% for the Supplier Diversity Plan, and 30% for other factors such as environmental practices, company experience, and delivery terms. Key dates include a bidders conference on December 18, 2023, a bid amendment deadline of January 10, 2024, and a bid response deadline of February 7, 2024.

The contract does not appear to have any set-aside requirements, but it does require a minimum 1% financial commitment to partnering with Supplier Diversity Office (SDO)-certified diverse businesses or non-profit organizations. While incumbent vendors may have an advantage in terms of existing relationships and knowledge of the state's needs, the contract is open to all interested vendors. The contract does not specify any award values or budget ranges, but it does outline a tiered discount structure based on total purchase spend, as well as allow for authorized price increases during the contract term.