Unrestricted-Department of State Overseas Systems Furniture

U.S. Department of State Charlotte Cameron CameronCR@state.gov Request for Information ONLY U.S. Department of State-Sources Sought for Overseas Systems Furniture Unrestricted GENERAL INFORMATION This Sources Sought Notice is issued to identify U.S. businesses having an interest in and capability to provide the products and services described below. Responses will be considered in selecting the acquisition strategy, to include determining the appropriateness of setting aside this acquisition for any one of the small business programs described in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 19. All information contained in this notice is preliminary in nature and is subject to change. This notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotations (RFQ), Invitation for Bids (IFB), or a commitment on the part of the government to conduct a solicitation in the future. All information provided is strictly voluntary and no reimbursement will be made by the Government for any costs associated with providing a response to this notice or otherwise participating in market research activities. Further, the US Department of State offers no assurance that a solicitation will result from this notice. Any information submitted will become the property of the Government and will not be returned. Proprietary information, if any, should be minimized and must be clearly marked. REQUIRED PRODUCTS AND SERVICES The U.S. Department of State (DOS), Bureau of Overseas Buildings operations (OBO) is seeking U.S. businesses who can produce and supply System Furniture with 110, 220, 240 250 volt capability under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 337214 (Office Furniture (except wood) Manufacturing) (SIN 71 under GSA). The Contractor shall provide high quality, low maintenance systems furniture that can adapt, with minimal effort, as the facility evolves. Individual components and all assemblies shall break down for ease of inspection. Furniture shall have a modern appearance, with finish options at various grade levels. It shall include both panel based and freestanding furniture systems. Systems furniture shall utilize a spine wall for power and telecommunications distribution and include integrated lighting, storage and technology support, as well as ergonomic and adjustable height features. All electrical and telecommunications components and infrastructure shall be integrated and flush with the spine wall and panels. INDUSTRY STANDARDS & TESTING Must meet full UL 1286 rating at 250V/50Hz and 125V/60Hz. See Below for details of Draft SOW as furniture is to be used overseas at our Post and Embassies. RESPONSES Responses should be limited to 10 pages or less and be submitted as a Microsoft Word Document or Portable Document Format (PDF). Font must be Times New Roman, 12 point font, with margins of 1 inch all around. No responses shall be accepted via US Mail or FAX. Firms should provide the following information: - Contractor's statement of interest and capabilities statement. - Relevant experience to include experience in performing efforts of similar value, size, and scope within the last five years including contract number, indication of whether your firm acted as a prime or subcontractor, contract value, Government/Agency point of contact and current telephone number, and a brief description of how the contract relates to the technical requirements described herein. Submissions should include responses to the following categories: - Company Profile, to include name, POC, email address and phone number: - DUNS Number - Cage Code - Number of Employees - Office Location - Small Business Designation/Status Claimed - Annual Revenue - SAM Registration - Please state if you are certified under HUBZone Program, Woman-Owned Small Business Program, Service- Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Program, and Small Disadvantaged Business Program, Individual feedback or evaluations will not be provided to prospective offerors regarding their submissions. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted nor acknowledged. Questions, if any, must be directed in writing to Charlotte Cameron at CameronCR@state.gov Prospective offerors interested in responding to this notice should submit information electronically to CameronCR@state.gov no later than 5:00 P.M. E.T. on January 18, 2024. DRAFT STATEMENT OF WORK as of January 4th 2024 WORKSTATIONS Must have the ability to provide both systems furniture, utilizing a fixed spine wall, and freestanding furniture Panels Panels shall have the ability to accept structural stacking elements. Heights shall start at 42 and shall have stacking capability to increase height. Tile finish options shall include paint, tackable or acoustical, wood, vinyl, marker board, safety/plexi-glass and pass through. All glass products or alternate glass products must be shatterproof. Fixed central spine must be self-supporting, without requiring perpendicular panel supports for a minimum run of 24 -0 . Fixed central spine must have the ability to accommodate electrical and telecommunication requirements detailed in section 15 of this, RFP, maximum 8 workstation capacity. Panels shall allow for a full range of panel mounted components at varying heights. Trim, filler components and all exposed panel ends shall be covered with hard surface finished trim. All hardware to be included. Panels shall accommodate hanging components on either side of panel frame, without requiring load balancing. Tool/accessory rail option to be flush mounted in panel frame with option for paper trays, vertical organizers, shelves, pencil tray, binder bins and divisional sorters. Worksurfaces Work surface lengths shall align with panel widths and span 60 unsupported. Work surface thickness shall not exceed 1 . Privacy screens in full and partial height shall be removable and interchangeable in the field. All work surface components shall be non-handed, finished on all sides and shall accept a modesty panel. Modesty panel shall be removable in the field. Finish options shall include at a minimum, wood veneer and plastic laminate and paint. For plastic laminate finish, manufacturers must disclose construction type (i.e., HPL or LPL/Melamine). All edges shall be finished with square edges. Edge banding or solid veneer edge shall be fully integrated and match worksurface finish. Integrated height adjustable work surface located at (or perpendicular to) spine wall with extended height range adjustability 27 - 48 . 220V and 110V power options, UL listed and NEMA 6-20R or 5-20R plug. No converters or pneumatic cylinders accepted. Storage Storage components at a minimum must include: wardrobe, adjustable shelving, open and enclosed cabinet with adjustable shelving, credenza, and file pedestal. Shelving and storage units must be fully accessible from a seated position. Finish options shall include, at a minimum, wood veneer, plastic laminate, and paint. Pedestals Mobile, fixed and freestanding, file pedestal options shall be available as box/box/file and file/ file. Freestanding file pedestals shall have full extension drawers and counter balance weights. Finishes shall include, at a minimum, wood veneer, plastic laminate, and paint and include an option for an upholstered seat. Pedestals shall be available in various depths to align with work surface depths. Drawers shall have anti-rebound safety mechanism and leveling glides. Drawers shall accommodate letter and legal filing capabilities and all required accessories included. Pencil drawer shall be provided. Keying Individual components (wardrobe, files pedestals for each workstation shall be keyed alike, with master keys provided. Ergonomic Capability Articulating Keyboard Tray with pneumatic assist and rotation Single and dual monitor arm (options of triple monitor) support with grommet and clamp mounted options PRIVATE OFFICE Private Office Casegoods with the following key attributes: modular work wall unit featuring a height adjustable desk, storage and a freestanding meeting table. Work Wall Wall panels, wood veneer finish with vertical or horizontal wood grain. Mounted shelf, wood veneer finish with horizontal wood grain, square edge, integrated linear LED light. Wall mounted tack boards, wrapped fabric. Height Adjustable Desk Wood veneer with solid wood edge Extended height range adjustability 27 - 48 . 220V and 110V power options, UL listed and NEMA 6-20R or 5-20R plug. No converters or pneumatic cylinders accepted. Concealed table legs within the base pedestal box file units. Standard dimensions 30 D x 78 W x 1.5 Thick, with other dimensions available. Storage Storage components must include: wardrobe, adjustable shelving and file pedestal. Pedestals shall be available in various depths to align with work surface depths. Drawers shall have anti-rebound safety mechanism and leveling glides. Drawers shall accommodate…