New Courthouse Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment All Proposals must be submitted pursuant to the instructions below. It is the Offeror's sole responsibility to ensure that the Proposal is delivered in the manner required in this RFP by the Due Date and Time. Owner has the right to reject any Proposals not properly delivered. The Owner further reserves the right to accept or reject any or all Proposals and to waive informalities and irregularities in the RFP and selection process. GENERAL INFORMATION 1.1 General 1.1.1 Offerors must submit their Proposals pursuant to the schedule and process set forth in this RFP. This RFP is not an offer to enter into a Contract but is a solicitation of entities interested in fulfilling the Owner needs and requirements for the FFE for the Project. 1.1.2 Owner will identify the offer submitting the Proposal earning the "Best Value Proposal" calculated and enter into Contract Negotiations. 1.1.3 Furniture Solution It is Elkhart County's desire to receive an integrated furniture package described herein, which responds to all requirements listed in Exhibit A, "Furniture Specifications." The Furniture Specifications include Basis of Design which will allow substitutions which will then be reviewed by the FFE Consultant for viability. 1.1.3.1 Objectives Listed in Order of Importance 1 Solution Meets Specifications 2 Quality 3 Relationship + Service.4 Cost 1.1.3.2 Submittal The furniture vendor is to submit their proposal in hard copy and digitally in a presentation format. All proposals must include the following: 1 Furniture dealer's name, address, and main point of contact. 2 Company overview. 3 Products proposed, including color images of all furniture, and identifying any supportive details. 4 3D renderings of all systems workstation furniture and private offices, to ensure materials and configurations are clearly understood. 5 Completed pricing summary sheet, as provided in Exhibit C. Upon receipt of a Notice to Proceed Proposer will complete the work in accordance with the approved Project Schedule included and will be Substantially Complete by Fall 2024.