The Department of Defense requires high-quality furniture for a heritage room in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with a specific focus on aesthetics and functionality. The scope of work involves furnishing the heritage room with carefully specified items such as three-seat sofas, coffee tables, bookcases, and display cases. The government has outlined detailed dimensions, materials, and design features for each item, emphasizing durability and precision craftsmanship.
Manufacturers and suppliers will need to demonstrate expertise in creating mortise and tenon joints, structured seating, and fire-resistant designs. In addition to delivering and installing the furniture, successful awardees will be responsible for assembly requirements specified in the item descriptions. The procurement process offers a concise project timeline, with expectations of completion within a few months of the award.
To be eligible, applicants should possess the capabilities and certifications required to meet the detailed specifications and deliverable timelines outlined in the Item Description list. Attention to technical acceptability, pricing, and delivery timelines will be critical success factors in the evaluation process.
The request, designated W50S9G-24-Q0006, seeks experienced vendors to quote on the comprehensive suite of furniture solutions. The submission deadline is Wednesday, August 6, 2024, allowing potential vendors around 30 to 60 days to submit their proposals. According to the brand name justification document, the government seeks to procure replacement furniture while also ensuring a competitive market for future acquisitions. This strategy aims to balance fair procurement practices with long-term cost-effectiveness.
Interested parties should direct any inquiries to the primary contact, Benjamin Casper, via email at benjamin.casper@us.af.mil or phone on 4149448234. Alternatively, Mark Tonkinson, the contracting officer, is available via email at mark.tonkinson.2@us.af.mil or phone at 4149448517.