City of Philadelphia PHLContracts Periscope #B2728272

Philadelphia Free Library request for library furniture, equipment, and supplies

The City of Philadelphia’s Free Library is seeking quotes for a small purchase of library equipment and supplies for its branches. - Buyer: City of Philadelphia, Department 52 – Free Library. - Named OEMs and product brands: Kingsley for the outdoor book-return system, Biofit for book trucks, and Dura-Gloss for barcode label protectors. Staples is named for the Carder chairs and laminator. - Requested products: - 1 Kingsley 80 C-Series SuperMax outdoor book-return system, part number W13855640, with aluminum cart and BOOKS and MEDIA decals. - 3 Staples Carder ergonomic black fabric swivel chairs, part number 24115-CC; Item 136815; Model 59236-CC. - 3 Biofit single-sided welded-steel book trucks, 18 inches wide, with three sloping shelves; no part number provided. - 1 Staples 9-inch thermal-and-cold laminator, part numbers 5738801/5738802; Item 1171104; Model ST62551-US. - 75 rolls of Dura-Gloss clear barcode label protectors, 2.5 × 4 inches, with 1,000 protectors per roll; no part number provided. - Notable requirements: The book-return system must have ADA-compliant pedestrian deposits and weather-resistant, vandal-resistant construction. Chairs must meet or exceed ANSI/BIFMA standards and include a five-year limited warranty. Book trucks include a 13-year warranty and have a 500-pound capacity. - The notice provides specifications for items 1–5 of an eight-item schedule; details for items 6–8 were not included. Equivalent products may be proposed with brand, model, and supporting documentation. Delivery is to occur only after department notification.

Description

The City of Philadelphia Free Library is seeking quotes for a micro purchase of library and related equipment and supplies. Listed items include an outdoor book return system and cart, ergonomic chairs, book trucks, a laminator, and barcode label protectors; the provided bid schedule includes items 1–5 of 8. The City may award the purchase as a whole or by line item to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, and sellers must quote all items to be eligible for an award as a whole. Do not deliver goods or provide services until notified by the department.

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