# City of Philadelphia PHLContracts Periscope #B2728272

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

**Posted:** October 31, 2026
**Respond By:** November 07, 2026
**Identifier:** B2728272
**NAICS:** 423490, 423420, 423440

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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