FF&E Specification Bid Package
FF&E Specification Bid Package
FF&E Specification Bid Package
Bid Package
PROJECT: Dudley Branch Library
PFD Project No. 7084
Bid Event No. EV00006411
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Please submit any question and clarifications regarding the specification, in writing, to the Buyer:
Christopher Radcliffe
Boston City Hall
One City Hall Square
Boston, MA 02201
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August 12, 2019 Target Date for Substantial Completion & Installation
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1. This electronic Invitation for Bid (IFB) will address the requirement for contract
furnishings at the Dudley Branch of the Boston Public Library.
2. For all furnishings, specific products have been listed. These specifications are
based upon design and performance criteria which have been developed by the City
of Boston as a result of extensive research and careful analysis of the project and
scope of work require. During our design phase, specific manufacturers have been
selected for use. It is not necessary to specify that particular line of furniture, however
we will expect the quality of your submitted “equal” specification to meet or exceed
these standards and a complete product line catalog including fabric, color choices,
styles, and options must be included with this bid. A detailed specification that
describes the product’s fabrication, materials, construction, finishes, dimensions, and
operational details must be submitted with the bid. Any and all alternate submissions
will be subject to a sample to be provided within seven days of the request and
be subject to a sample to be provided within seven (7) days of the request and be
subject to extensive review. Failure to supply this information will result in the bid to be
rejected.
3. Furnish all labor, materials, equipment and furniture for a complete installation as
indicated on the drawings and specifications for items tagged.
4. The furniture contractor’s written response to this IFB shall include the following:
• Bid form showing Bill of Materials, unit costs, and extended costs per product.
• Vendor personnel and contract information for who will be responsible for the
supervision and coordination of order entry, delivery, and servicing the project.
5. The Furniture Contractor is responsible for all final quantity take-offs on all
items. Any discrepancies between plans and specifications must be brought to the
attention of the Specifier for correction by addenda during the bid period. Any such
discrepancies determined and not corrected by addenda shall be resolved on the
basis of furnishing the greater quantity without change in unit price.
6. All submitted pricing will include an itemized packing, freight, delivery and all fees.
7. Prices shall be valid without commitment to the Public Facilities Department for
onehundred-twenty (120) days from the bid date.
8. All furniture, foam and fabric must meet applicable fire codes; additional testing
and treatment for compliance is the responsibility of the Furniture Contractor. Costs
for such treatment shall be included in the quotation. Affix label to furniture to indicate
compliance with CAL-133, if required by local fire code; label to be placed in a discreet
location. Furniture will not be accepted for delivery without required fire code specified
labels. All costs associated with fire code requirements must be included in the bid
price.
GENERAL NOTES
1. Verify all quantities and dimensions. Correct quantities shall be the responsibility of
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7. All submittals for each item must be approved by the Architect prior to purchase,
ordering, manufacturing, fabrication or production.
8. All upholstery core and fitting material shall be fire retardant and should in all
respects comply with local fire resistance and flammability requirements.
9. The Contractor shall coordinate with the Client regarding the Client’s requirements
for extra stock of any items.
10. Contractor shall note that generic mock-ups shall be required for submittal to the
Interior Designer for approval and to establish standards for firmness, crowns, and
fullness, as follows:
• Loose seat cushion for fully upholstered items
• Loose back cushion for fully upholstered items
• Throw pillow
12. All workmanship and products shall be guaranteed against defective parts,
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materials and finish under normal usage for a minimum period of one year from the & Planning
date of final acceptance.
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14. Warranties shall not commence before Owner acceptance of installed furniture.
15. A minimum one (1) year warranty shall be provided by the Furniture Contractor on
all installed items with regard to service.
16. The contractor shall make repairs or render service within ten (10) working days
from notice by the Public Facilities Department or the Boston Public Library.
17. The Furniture Contractor shall provide any replacements within fifteen (15) working
days from notice by the Public Facilities Department or the Boston Public Library.
18. All furniture and related components as specified shall meet or exceed all
appropriate established code and standards regarding durability, performance and life
safety. Unless otherwise specified, they shall comply as a minimum, with the following
standards or any updates thereof:
19. Certification: The awarded Furniture Contractor will provide Certification in a loose-
leaf binder, verifying compliance with CAL-133 for each piece.
20. The Furniture Contractor shall be responsible for coordination and delivery of
all C.O.M. fabrics and any necessary additional handling of fabrics due to testing of
fabrics for approval by manufacturers. All costs for coordination and handling are
included in bid price.
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I. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.01 DESCRIPTION
1. Compliance with all flammability and code requirements, e.g. fire retardant
treatment for upholstery fabrics, shall be coordinated by and the responsibility of the
Contractor.
D. Overall Product Quality: All furnishings shall be of the highest commercial standard
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of manufacture and finish. Finishes shall be durable and be able to withstand normal & Planning
and customary use for projects of this type and exposure to foods and liquids.
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B. Submittal Requirements:
a. Fabric and Leather: One linear foot of each color and type specified from actual dye
lot to be used in the Work.
d. Paint, lacquer, and decorative finishes: Each type and color specified; 6” x 6”.
g. Wood: Each type and finish specified; 12” x 12” and solids if applicable.
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h. Glass: Each type, finish, and edge type; 12” x 12”. & Planning
Some installs will require multiple visits to complete. Vendor is responsible for a
complete installation with not additional charges to be incurred.
A. Wrap or crate furnishings to prevent damage during shipping and installation. Keep
furnishings under cover at all times.
B. Do not deliver furnishings until spaces in which furnishings are to be installed are
ready for installation or until special storage space has been made available and
approved by the Client or Architect.
C. Provide warehousing and insurance for furnishings until installed or until on-site
storage is made available.
1. Store the work in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, with seals and labels
intact and legible.
3. Upon delivery verify item tagged had been provided as specified and in its perfect
condition.
G. Coordinate delivery routes for furnishings to all designated locations with Client.
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Inspect routes in person for any impediments to delivery and if any exist provide a & Planning
written report to the client and Interior Designer.
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1.05 SCHEDULING
A. Submit outline of time required to receive various items from each manufacturer.
Indicate total hours required to install, assuming all merchandise is received by the
Contractor.
E. If, within one month after issuing purchase order, written acknowledgement has not
been received from factory, contact factory and obtain written acknowledgement.
A. Existing conditions: Contractor will be held to have visited building site and to be
thoroughly familiar with all discernable existing conditions under which the Contractor
shall be obliged to operate and conduct the work.
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D. Protection: Protect installed furnishings, existing construction, and adjacent finishes & Planning
from damage; satisfactory repair surfaces damaged by work under this section.
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Provide security measures to protect completed work. Close-off completed areas to Boston, MA 02111
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A. Nameplates and other identifying marks are not permitted on any surfaces exposed
to view of any furnishings item.
II. EXECUTION
2.01 PREPARATION
B. Observe Project progress to deliver furniture for areas as areas are ready to receive
furniture
2.02 INSTALLATION
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2.03 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING & Planning
C. Remove crating and packing materials from site on same day furniture is delivered
or, if furniture is stored at project, on same day as installed.
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The following Special Conditions shall apply and govern all equipment suppliers and
contractors and their subcontractors in matters of furnishing and delivering equipment
for this project:
The contract of the parties includes the Bid Forms, Inventory, Invitation for Bids,
General Conditions and Specifications. These documents are to be considered as
one, and whatever is called for by one shall be as binding as if called for by all. Any
discrepancies or questions as to quantities of any items listed in the specifications
shall be immediately brought to the attention of the Architect and the Interior
Design Consultant for correction by addenda during the bidding period. Any such
discrepancies determined by the contractor and not corrected by addenda shall be
resolved on the basis of furnishing the greater quantity without change in contract
price. Note that Furniture and Shelving Plans have been provided for illustration
purposes. Refer to Inventory for quantities and scope of items in scope, as plans do
not necessarily locate all furnishings and equipment and may identify some items that
are not included in this particular project scope.
Bidders shall provide unit and extended prices in the attached Bid Form. The award
shall be determined on a total sum basis for all of the items in this bid package. Line
item bids shall not be awarded. Installation for each item shall be included in the
individual bid price for that item.
ARTICLE 2. INTENT
It is the intent of these contract documents to include all labor, materials, appliances
and services of every kind necessary to properly execute the work and to cover
the terms and conditions of payment thereof, and to establish minimum acceptable
requirements for equipment design and construction, and contract performance to
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The Successful Bidder shall obtain and pay for all necessary permits and all
equipment. All appliances and work shall conform to applicable safety and fire
codes. Compliance with California Technical Bulletin #133 is required on this project.
The Successful Bidder is responsible for the cost of testing materials to be CAL-133
compliant. All costs associated with meeting codes must be included in the bid.
The Successful Bidder shall take all required precautions to protect all furnished
furniture and equipment against damage, theft, and deterioration on the site. He or she
shall respect the work of others and any accidental damage incurred to the work of
others shall be promptly repaired or replaced at the expense of the Successful Bidder.
All equipment shall be left in the proper location within the building and assembled as
required with all manufacturer’s directions and maintenance manuals, either attached
or delivered to the Owner’s representative in duplicate.
Subject to Chapter 30B of the Massachusetts General Laws, the Owner may order
changes in the equipment or requirements and vary the quantity of items specified
herein. In such instances, the “unit price” proposed on the Bid Forms submitted shall
be extended to determine the contract price for the quantity purchased. All charges
for additional equipment or revisions must be submitted in advance to the Owner for
approval.
ARTICLE 6. SAMPLES
On request and without cost to the Owner, any bidder shall submit such full size
samples of his or her finishes and/or equipment which in the opinion of the Owner,
Architect, and/or Interior Design Consultant are necessary to judge adequately the
character, quality and construction of his product, and failure to comply within the
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time prescribed shall be deemed sufficient grounds for rejection of the bid. Samples & Planning
submitted by a Successful Bidder may be impounded by the Owner for the period
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fail to conform to the approved samples shall be rejected.
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Furniture manufacturers shall provide samples of the specified finishes and fabrics.
Samples will be reviewed and approved by the Interior Design Consultant and the
Architect.
The Owner may approve the Successful Bidder’s invoices for payments of materials
delivered and requirements completed of up to eighty-five percent (85%) of the
contract price; the balance of fifteen percent (15%) being withheld until final approval
and acceptance of contractual obligations. All invoices and requisitions must
reference ‘PFD Project # 7084’ in description of services.
Acceptance of goods shall occur when the awarding authority signifies in writing to the
contractor that the goods are conforming.
a. All labor required to deliver, uncrate, distribute, assemble and install furnishings
or equipment purchased under this agreement shall be at the Successful Bidder’s
expense. Assembly and installation, where required, shall include all miscellaneous
hardware and components required for complete assembly. Dimensioned installation
plans will be made available to Successful Bidder prior to installation to ensure
accurate furnishings placement.
b. The Successful bidder will be expected to work in harmony with the on-site labor
force. (Additional information available upon request.)
c. Prevailing wage applies for items in Categories 7 and 8 only. The Prevailing Wage
Schedule for this project is attached to this bid.
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d. Items must be available for delivery no sooner than August 12, 2019 and no later & Planning
than November 10, 2019. However, the City of Boston reserves the sole right, at
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no additional cost to the City, to delay this date by up to onehundred-twenty (120) Boston, MA 02111
days. If delays in furniture delivery occur, then manufacturer will provide “Owner” a utiledesign.com
suitable temporary substitute at no additiona cost until the ordered item(s) arrives. All
temporary substitutes to meet all required codes.
e. Deliveries will not be accepted unless previously scheduled with the City of
Boston (person to be named in the purchase order, as well as PFD Project # 7084
EV00006411. A minimum of two (2) weeks’ notice is required. No deliveries will
be accepted without prior notice and approval by Owner.
f. Before any product is brought into the space, a walk through will be conducted by
the installation foreman and the client contact to note any existing building damages or
conditions, as well as to confirm access clearances.
g. The Successful Bidder will be responsible for providing, placing and removing any
protective materials over floors, walls, door frames, etc., to the satisfaction of the City
of Boston. The building is two-stories with an elevator and driveway access in the front
and side of the building.
h. The Successful Bidder will be responsible, at his or her own expense, for separating
and disposing of project-related waste and packaging materials. This may include
sorting for any non-reusable cardboard, skids, and any and all waste materials.
i. All products will be installed per manufacturer’s specifications and all panels will
be plumb and aligned. An installation manual shall be submitted to Owner on award
of contract. Stickers confirming Cal Technical Bulletin 133 must be fixed to bottom of
required furnishings.
j. After installation, the Successful Bidder’s project manager will conduct a walk
through with the Owner to develop a “punch list” of incomplete items. A list of items
to be repaired and a schedule shall be submitted to the Architect and the Interior
Design Consultant prior to their formal review of the installation. Punch list items
include missing damaged or incorrect products which cannot be installed per the
approved plan. The job is complete if all products are installed satisfactorily per the
approved plan. The punch list items must be corrected in ten (10) working days from
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The Successful Bidder must be willing to proceed on Notice of Award Letter of Intent
from Owner.
“Project Address”
Dudley Branch Library
65 Warren Street
Roxbury, MA 02119
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END OF SPECIAL CONDITIONS
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