Supply of high density stacking chairs and dolly/carts

Opportunity overview

Description 1. General Description • The high-density stacking chair shall be designed for public and commercial environments such as conference rooms, event halls, and multi-use facilities. The chair must be ergonomic, durable, space-efficient, and easy to handle during setup and storage. • 400 chairs are required as well as the necessary equipment to move 300 of these chairs. 2. Construction Requirements 2.1 Frame • Material: High-strength steel or aluminium tubing. • Finish: Powder-coated or chrome-plated for corrosion resistance and aesthetic durability. • Welding: All joints must be fully welded or securely fastened to ensure structural integrity. 2.2 Seat and Backrest • Material: A durable and wipeable material. Preference will be given to recycled and recyclable materials. • Ergonomics: Contoured for user comfort for long periods. • Colour Options: Range of standard colours required, with optional custom finishes 3. Performance and Durability 3.1 Durability • Must comply with or exceed BS EN16139:2013 level 2: severe contract use 3.2 Linking • The chairs should be able to be linked. 3.3 Floor Protection • Non-marking glides or caps on legs. • Optional ganging clips for connecting multiple chairs securely. 3.4 Stacking Capability • Must stack a minimum of 20 chairs high on a dolly/cart. • Without dolly: minimum of 8-10 chairs high, stable and secure. • Chairs must not damage each other during stacking. 4. Portability and Handling • Chairs must be easy to lift and move by one person. • Stack cart/dolly must be compatible and available as an accessory. 5. Safety and Compliance • Compliant with relevant fire and safety standards. • No sharp edges or pinch points. • Materials must be recyclable or meet sustainability criteria where possible. 6. Warranty • Minimum 3-year warranty covering materials and workmanship under normal public use. 7. Other considerations • The Council will require to see a sample of the proposed chair option(s) to test their comfort. 8. Date of supply • The chairs need to be supplied to site in the month of August, 2025. Total value (estimated) £30,000 excluding VAT £36,000 including VAT Below the relevant threshold Contract dates (estimated) 16 July 2025 to 1 August 2025 17 days

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Classification

• CPV39100000 — Furniture

Lots

• Lot 1£30k

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