The Board of Education of Prince George’s County (The Board) serves the needs of public education in Prince George’s County, covering approximately 1,789 square miles, with a residential population of more than 904,430. Prince George's County Public Schools (PGCPS), one of the nation's 20th largest school districts, has 208 schools and centers, has approximately 131,657 students and nearly 22,000 employees and an annual operating budget of $2.3 billion. The school system serves a diverse student population from urban, suburban and rural communities located in the Washington, DC suburbs. PGCPS is nationally recognized for college and career-readiness programs that provide students with unique learning opportunities, including dual enrollment and language immersion. The Central administration headquarters is located at 14201 School Lane, Upper Marlboro, Maryland. The BOARD requests bids for the work detailed and specified in the IFB. Typical goods and services performed under this contract may include delivery, furnishing and installation of Levolor brand (or equal) Venetian Blinds & Accessories. Responses submitted must meet or exceed all requirements. Bids that do not meet or exceed all requirements will be considered nonresponsive. All exceptions must be noted. Additional services performed may include emergency service calls for repairs on an as needed basis. The bidder shall be fully qualified and properly licensed to serve as a ready source for projects to support the deliveries and installation of the items listed in this IFB. Bids that do not meet all requirements will be considered non-responsive. PERFORMANCE AND LABOR BOND The successful respondent is required to submit a performance and/or labor bond, Cashier’s or Certified Check in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) as determined by the BOARD and specified in the awarded project, of all phases of the contract to ensure the satisfactory completion of the work All exceptions must be noted. Question Deadline 09/14/2023 at 2:00 PM ET MBE Participation (%) 15.00