UWM Hardwood Athletic Lockers

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to procure and install 36 custom hardwood athletic lockers for the Women's Soccer Team, located in Engelmann Hall B88 on the UWM campus. The lockers must be constructed of Grade A Maple Plywood/Hardwood with a clear finish, measuring 24" W x 81.5" H x 21" D, and include specific features such as three double wardrobe hooks, a jersey hook, an upper storage lockbox with a combo or digital lock, liftable trunk storage with a metal grille and acrylic mascot logo, a padded seat with primary logo, LED lighting, a nameplate holder, and a USB charging port. Mandatory site visits were scheduled for February 19, 2018, and March 6, 2018, with an RSVP required by February 19, 2018. The deadline for submitting questions was February 21, 2018, at 2:00 PM, and proposals were due March 12, 2018, at 2:00 PM. Evaluation criteria include samples and experience (400 points), design and layout (400 points), and cost (200 points), with a total of 1,000 possible points. Proposers must have been in business for at least three years, provide two client references, and meet specific insurance requirements.

The RFP allows for a 5% preference for certified Minority Business Enterprises under Wisconsin Statutes section 16.75(3m), and additional preferences may be given to work centers employing persons with severe disabilities and materials manufactured in the United States. The total project budget is set at $50,000, which represents the all-inclusive project cost and cannot be exceeded. The resulting contract will be for one year from the date of execution, with two optional one-year renewal periods. Installation must be completed by July 20, 2018. Contractors are required to provide a 90-day labor warranty and maintain manufacturer's product warranties. The proposal submission must include a signed cover sheet, proposal response with samples and design/layout details, and a cost sheet in Excel format. Submissions must be made electronically via email to the purchasing agent, Kathy Kercheck. UWM will handle demolition, repainting, and re-carpeting of the installation area, and will provide secure access, electrical and networking sources, and loading dock access.