Chairs, Folding & Carts - DCU Center / DPF

The City of Worcester awarded a sealed‑bid contract to supply and deliver arena‑type folding chairs, stacking carts, starter blocks, and optional arm‑rests to the DCU Center. The solicitation called for 3,361 gold‑series folding chairs (plus 50 attic‑stock units), carts sized to accommodate the chair quantity, and 300 removable arm‑rests with cup‑holders. All items must meet detailed mechanical, finish, fire‑retardant, and warranty specifications (12‑year frame warranty, 400 lb load capacity, Celestial‑colored Zander vinyl upholstery). Delivery must be completed and accepted by October 2 2023 at the DCU Center Arena. The award was based on the lowest net price after allowable prompt‑pay discounts. • Quantity: ~3,400 folding chairs, carts and starter blocks sized for the chairs, 300 arm‑rests, 1,000 rubber‑feet protectors. • Technical specs: 18‑gauge galvanized steel frame, 400 lb capacity, 12‑year warranty, Celestial‑colored vinyl upholstery, powder‑coat finish. • Delivery: FOB Delivered Destination, must arrive on stacking carts, individually wrapped, and be accepted by Oct 2 2023. • Procurement method: Sealed‑bid, full and open competition, award to lowest net price. • Vendor: Spec Seats International Corp / Clarin (awarded total price $450,702.50).