Description
E&I Cooperative Services is issuing an RFP to procure renewable and sustainable furniture for its nationwide member institutions, including universities, colleges, K‑12 districts, and teaching health‑care facilities. The contract will cover the supply of eco‑friendly office, classroom, lounge, and systems furniture, and will include delivery, installation, maintenance, and technical assistance services. The award will be a multi‑award, 5‑year agreement (with an optional 5‑year renewal), evaluated on company experience, scope of offer, contract administration capabilities, and pricing. Interested vendors must submit proposals electronically through the E&I Electronic Sourcing Solution by the deadline.
• Product categories: office, classroom, lounge, and systems furniture (including chairs, desks, tables, casework, storage).
• Sustainability requirements: low‑VOC materials, certified renewable manufacturing, end‑of‑life recycling/take‑back programs, durable/reconfigurable designs, minimal‑waste packaging.
• Services required: nationwide delivery, on‑site installation, ongoing maintenance, technical support, and potential regional customization.
• Evaluation: 15 pts company overview, 30 pts scope of offer, 30 pts contract administration, 25 pts pricing; deadline for questions 28 Oct 2026, proposal due 2 Nov 2026 1 PM EST.