Active SLED Opportunity · FLORIDA · VILLAGES COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISTRICTS, FL
AI Summary
The Villages Community Development Districts, FL, seek qualified firms for continuing contracts to supply, deliver, and install furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E). The opportunity includes procurement, logistics, warehousing, and post-installation services with evaluation based on qualifications, experience, and proximity. Physical submittals only.
The Districts have a need to procure Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (FF&E), with the primary objective of acquiring design-selected items from multiple vendors.
The intent of this solicitation is to establish one or more agreements under the definition of a “Continuing Contract.” Under these continuing services contracts, the selected Firm(s) shall provide access to a broad range of qualified vendors capable of supplying FF&E, including but not limited to the items and information points identified under each discipline.
Services may include, but are not limited to:
Procurement and supply of District-approved FF&E
Coordination with manufacturers and vendors
Order management and logistics
Warehousing and storage, if required
Delivery to District facilities
Installation, assembly, and setup
Post-installation inspection and punch list resolution
The District reserves the right to utilize one or multiple Firms as deemed to be in its best interest.
| Event | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Review Committee Meeting | 2026-05-27T18:00:00.000Z | 3571 Kiessel Road, The Villages, FL 32163 |
| RFQ Public Opening | 2026-05-07T19:15:00.000Z | 3571 Kiessel Road, The Villages, FL 32163 |
Evaluation of the supplier’s overall qualifications to provide FF&E supply, delivery, coordination, and related support services. Consideration will include the supplier's organizational structure, financial stability, available resources, manufacturer relationships, and demonstrated ability to successfully supply and deliver FF&E for projects of similar size and scope.
Evaluation of the supplier’s relevant experience in supplying, delivering, and coordinating design specific FF&E for governmental, institutional, commercial, or similar projects. Emphasis will be placed on experience with multi-facility or large-scale projects, coordination with construction schedules, logistics management, and successful project completion. Supplier shall demonstrate a proven record of reliability, timeliness, and customer satisfaction.
Evaluation of the qualifications, experience, and availability of key personnel who will be assigned to District projects. This includes project managers, account representatives, logistics coordinators, and installation coordinators. Consideration will be given to relevant experience, technical expertise, and ability to support District needs throughout planning, procurement, delivery, and post-installation phases.
Are references for work of similar type, size and scope? Does the assessment of Proponent’s work by client references demonstrate success in providing similar services?
Evaluation of additional factors that may benefit the District, including but not limited to:
Demonstrated understanding of the District’s needs
Quality, completeness, and professionalism of the submittal
Ability to provide a wide range of FF&E products
Strength of manufacturer partnerships
Demonstrated ability to provide value-added services
Evaluation of the supplier’s geographic proximity to the District and its ability to provide timely delivery, site coordination, and ongoing support. Consideration will also be given to the supplier’s ability to respond quickly to service requests, delivery issues, warranty matters, and project coordination needs.
No Electronic Submittals will be accepted.
Please select the ones above AND any additional insurances needed below:
Select "Yes" if projects bid at $200,000 and above.
Select "No" if evaluations do not apply to your project.
For the RFP/RFQ/RFI process, evaluation criteria and suggested Selection/Review Committee members must be submitted. Please refer to Purchasing Policies and Procedures Manual for membership criteria. Contact the Purchasing Department for assistance with any of these requirements. For ITB, enter N/A.
For the RFP/RFQ/RFI process, evaluation criteria and suggested Selection/Review Committee members must be submitted. Please refer to Purchasing Policies and Procedures Manual for membership criteria. Contact the Purchasing Department for assistance with any of these requirements. For ITB, enter N/A.
For the RFP/RFQ/RFI process, evaluation criteria and suggested Selection/Review Committee members must be submitted. Please refer to Purchasing Policies and Procedures Manual for membership criteria. Contact the Purchasing Department for assistance with any of these requirements. For ITB, enter N/A.
For the RFP/RFQ/RFI process, evaluation criteria and suggested Selection/Review Committee members must be submitted. Please refer to Purchasing Policies and Procedures Manual for membership criteria. Contact the Purchasing Department for assistance with any of these requirements.
Enter N/A - To be chosen by the Purchasing Department
For the RFP/RFQ/RFI process, evaluation criteria and suggested Selection/Review Committee members must be submitted. Please refer to Purchasing Policies and Procedures Manual for membership criteria. Contact the Purchasing Department for assistance with any of these requirements.
Enter N/A - To be chosen by the Purchasing Department
Answer Format: Month, DD YYYY
Answer Format: XX:XX AM/PM
Example: 9:00 AM
Respondents without these qualifications will be rejected.
Q (Initial Term): On page 20, the RFQ state the initial term of each agreement shall be effective date through September 20, 2036. Just confirming it is for 10 years?
A: That is correct. The initial term of each Agreement shall be effective date through September 30, 2036, with the option to renew for two (2) additional five (5) year periods.
Q (No subject): We currently conduct business with The Villages Design Division and the Villages Property Management Division... selling them all walk off flooring mats for their needs. Are there any other divisions within The Villages that purchase floor mats for special areas or needs?
A: District Property Management Department (DPM) - Facilities Division.
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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