Notice of Intent to Sole Source
ID: HQ0104412694Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING SERVICE (DFAS)DEFENSE FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING SVCCOLUMBUS, OH, 432131152, USA

NAICS

Office Furniture (except Wood) Manufacturing (337214)

PSC

OFFICE FURNITURE (7110)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS), is seeking to procure Steelcase furniture for three supervisor offices located in Columbus, Ohio. The requirement includes the acquisition and installation of various office components, such as desks, cabinets, chairs, and glass panels, to create a functional and modern workspace for one GS-15 and two GS-14 supervisors. This procurement is categorized as a total Small Business set-aside under NAICS code 337214, emphasizing the importance of utilizing small business resources while ensuring compatibility with existing office infrastructure. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by September 16, 2024, and can contact Laura B. Price at Laura.B.Price7.civ@mail.mil or 614-701-3929 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    The Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) in Columbus, OH, requires the procurement and installation of Steelcase furniture for three supervisor offices. The contract includes delivering and constructing clear glass offices, equipping them with various furniture components, such as panels, workstations, and storage units, during business hours. Key tasks involve installing dry erase film on glass walls and removing debris post-installation. The scope outlines specifications for each furniture piece, specifying details like dimensions, frame colors, and finishes while indicating a total of 28 distinct items ranging from wall panels to office desks and cabinets. This procurement effort aims to enhance workspace functionality and aesthetics, implying a commitment to modernizing the DFAS facilities while ensuring operational efficiency and staff comfort.
    The document outlines a justification for soliciting a sole source procurement for Steelcase workstations for the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) in Columbus, Ohio. The DFAS requires these workstations to establish three new supervisor stations, necessitating compatible wall panels and furniture that connect with existing Steelcase office components. The expected delivery date ranges from September 10, 2024, to January 31, 2025. The justification cites FAR 13.106-1(b)(1), allowing single-source procurement due to proprietary compatibility and warranty stipulations associated with Steelcase products. Market research indicates that Loth, Inc. is the only authorized Steelcase reseller in the Columbus area, reinforcing the requirement for sole sourcing. The document stresses the importance of compliance with existing office infrastructure for safety and efficiency. It articulates the rationale for not pursuing competitive bids for ancillary items, suggesting that doing so would not be economically viable. The contracting officer is responsible for ensuring that the acquisition costs remain fair and reasonable. Overall, the document embodies DFAS’s adherence to federal procurement regulations while addressing specific operational needs.
    The DFAS Columbus Site Support Office is requesting quotes for the acquisition and installation of Steelcase furniture for three Supervisor offices, including a GS-15 and two GS-14 offices. This procurement is categorized as a total Small Business set aside under the NAICS code 337214. Quotes must be submitted by September 16, 2024, and should include detailed pricing for each item, vendor contact information, and proof of SAM registration. The contractor is to deliver and assemble office components during business hours at DFAS-Columbus and ensure removal of all waste upon completion. The project encompasses multiple furniture types, such as glass panels for walls, desks, cabinets, and chairs, indicating a comprehensive office setup. Security measures require that contractors be escorted while onsite. The evaluation of quotes will follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable methodology, emphasizing cost-effectiveness while ensuring compliance with all technical specifications outlined in the solicitation. This procurement is part of ongoing efforts to modernize government office environments, facilitating improved functionality and aesthetics for federal workspace.
    Lifecycle
    Title
    Type
    Special Notice
    Similar Opportunities
    Notice to Award - Sole Source - Steelcase Supervisor F-Station Workstations
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) is seeking to award a sole-source contract for the procurement of ten Steelcase Supervisor F-Station workstations, including all necessary components such as panels and storage cabinets, for its Columbus site in Ohio. The workstations must be compatible with existing Steelcase office walls due to proprietary connectors, ensuring secure installation and electrical integration, which underscores the importance of using authorized products for warranty compliance. The estimated delivery period for the workstations is between November 8, 2024, and February 6, 2025, with the contractor required to complete installation within 90 days of order placement, adhering to strict security protocols. Interested parties can contact Miranda Amir at Miranda.J.Amir.civ@mail.mil or Laura B. Price at Laura.B.Price7.civ@mail.mil for further information.
    SAPR/IRO Office Furniture
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking quotes for the procurement of SAPR/IRO office furniture at Sheppard Air Force Base in Texas. The requirement includes a variety of office furniture items such as work surfaces, storage cabinets, and desks, with specific measurements and design features outlined in the attached specifications. This procurement is part of an initiative to modernize office environments within government settings, ensuring efficient and aesthetically pleasing workspaces. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes via email by 12:00 PM CST on September 23, 2024, and direct any questions to the primary contact, Michael Bolanos, at michael.bolanosvega.hn@us.af.mil or by phone at 940-676-5191.
    DFAS Ergonomic Consultation Services
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) is seeking qualified vendors to provide on-site Ergonomic Consultation Services for approximately 2,500 employees at its Operations Center in Columbus, Ohio. The contractor will be responsible for delivering comprehensive services, including workstation evaluations, job hazard analysis, and individualized ergonomic training, operating one day a week for a year, with deliverables such as monthly reports and follow-up assessments. This initiative underscores the federal government's commitment to ensuring a safe and healthy work environment, with all work needing to comply with security and privacy regulations. Interested parties must submit their capability statements by September 26, 2024, at 12:00 PM EST, to Terri Davis at terri.l.davis34.civ@mail.mil, with a copy to Christina Rosen at christina.l.rosen.civ@mail.mil.
    Building 2008 Furniture
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is soliciting quotes for the procurement of modular furniture and related services for Building 2008 at Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) Lackland, Texas. The project involves providing new furniture, removing existing furniture, and managing the design, delivery, and installation of the new furnishings, with a completion timeframe of 90 days post-order. This initiative is crucial for modernizing the workspace in accordance with federal guidelines and enhancing operational efficiency within the facility. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by September 20, 2024, following a mandatory site visit on September 10, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Richard Jensen at richard.jensen.5@us.af.mil or Jaison Saavedra at jaison.saavedra@us.af.mil.
    EC4 EXECUTIVE GUEST CHAIR
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is soliciting quotes for the procurement of 35 EC4 Executive Guest Chairs under solicitation number W50S72-24-Q-7211. This procurement is set aside 100% for small businesses and aims to award a firm-fixed price contract to the vendor offering the lowest price that meets the minimum specifications outlined in the solicitation. The chairs are required to match existing styles for additional seating in Building 254, emphasizing the importance of consistency in office furnishings. Interested vendors must submit their quotes, including a completed Vendor Information Sheet and product specifications, by the deadline, with proposals due to Capt. Allison Harbit at the specified address or via email by 10:00 AM Central on September 20, 2024. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Capt. Harbit or MSgt. Megan McCauley at the provided email addresses.
    Uplift Standing Desks
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), is soliciting proposals for the procurement of Uplift Standing Desks and Monitor Arms to support its Enterprise Integration and Innovation Red Team at the Letterkenny Army Depot in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania. The requirement emphasizes the need for specific features such as height adjustability, weight capacity, and compliance with accessibility standards, particularly Section 508, to ensure usability for individuals with disabilities. This procurement is crucial for creating an effective workspace that accommodates essential equipment and promotes mobility, reflecting the federal priorities of inclusivity and compliance with established regulations. Interested vendors, particularly service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses, must submit their proposals by 2:00 PM on September 24, 2024, and can contact Tara S. Simmons-Gulck at tara.s.simmons-gulck.civ@mail.mil or Haylee Wheat at haylee.p.wheat.civ@mail.mil for further information.
    Office Chairs for DLA VA and DLA PA
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is seeking proposals from Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) for the procurement of office chairs intended for DLA Tobyhanna, PA, and DLA Norfolk, VA. The solicitation requests a total of 175 office chairs, which must be delivered within 90 days of order placement, emphasizing compliance with federal procurement standards and regulations. Interested vendors are required to submit their quotes electronically by September 23, 2024, and must ensure they are registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database. For further inquiries, vendors can contact George L. Cradic at george.cradic@dla.mil.
    Public Affairs Office (PAO) Cubicle Removal, Disposal, and Installation
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, is seeking bids for the removal, disposal, and installation of office cubicles at the Nashville District Public Affairs Office in Tennessee. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary personnel, materials, and equipment to remove existing cubicles and install new furniture, including four 8' x 8' cubicles with features such as sit-stand electric desks and overhead storage. This procurement is part of a Firm-Fixed Price Supply Contract, which is set aside exclusively for small businesses, with the goal of awarding the contract to the lowest priced, responsive, and responsible offeror. Interested parties must submit their quotes electronically by the specified deadline and direct any questions to Kerri Broglin at kerri.d.broglin@usace.army.mil by September 17, 2024, with all work to be completed within 90 days of contract award.
    Office Furniture (with Space Study)
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking proposals from qualified small businesses for the procurement of office furniture, including a space study, for the 185th Air Refueling Wing located in Sioux City, Iowa. The contract, identified as solicitation W50S72-24-Q-7114, requires the supply, delivery, and installation of various office furniture items, such as standup workstations, desks, file cabinets, and bookcases, all compliant with Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines (CPG) and environmental standards. This procurement is crucial for enhancing the functionality and efficiency of the office space within the Main Hangar (Building 261) while adhering to federal sustainability and security regulations. Interested vendors must submit their quotes by the deadline of September 30, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Mark A. Crombie at mark.crombie.1@us.af.mil or by phone at 712-233-0513.
    Furniture casework
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking proposals for the procurement of furniture casework through a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses under the SBA guidelines and falls under the NAICS code 337127, which pertains to Institutional Furniture Manufacturing. The furniture casework is essential for various military facilities, ensuring that they are equipped with necessary furnishings to support operational efficiency. Interested vendors should direct inquiries to Marketplace Support at 1.877.933.3243 or via email at MarketplaceSupport@unisonglobal.com, as proposals are currently being requested with no written solicitation to be issued.