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.