The Newark Board of Education is seeking a qualified vendor to manufacture, supply, install, and maintain fire‑retardant window shades and heavy‑weight stage draperies across its school facilities. The contract is a fixed‑price, all‑or‑none award for a two‑year term with a single optional two‑year renewal. Pricing must be firm, FOB Destination, and include delivery, installation, removal of existing treatments, and disposal. The vendor must comply with New Jersey prevailing‑wage requirements, hold specified insurance, provide a one‑year warranty, and submit extensive certifications (non‑collusion, debarment, OFAC, etc.). No bid bond or performance bond is required, and the District will issue purchase orders after award.
• Scope: Manufacture and install clutch‑operated, fire‑retardant window shades (Kirsch‑type) and stage draperies (Doral Opaque or Prism Velour fabrics) with full hardware packages.
• Contract length: 2 years (optional 2‑year renewal).
• Funding: No up‑front liability; PO‑based payment, net 30 days.
• Warranty: 1 year on materials and workmanship.
• Prevailing‑wage: NJ Public Works wage determinations apply; certified payroll required.
• Insurance: $1 M general liability & products, workers’ comp, $1 M commercial auto.
• Mandatory certifications: Non‑collusion, non‑debarment, OFAC/Russia‑Belarus, Iran sanctions, EEO, ownership disclosure, etc.
• Submission: Electronic via EC Sourcing; deadline 28 Jan 2026, 12 p.m. EST.
• Evaluation: Lowest responsible and responsive bidder wins.