Office Furniture Scheme

Updated: 26 Mar 2020

Scope

Date:

10 Nov 2014 - 31 Oct 2020

Scheme Number:

SCM0771

Type:

Whole of government

Managed:

Department of Education

The scheme offers a panel of prequalified suppliers of seating, steel furniture, workstations, desks, tables and other general office furniture.

From 26 March 2020, assessment of pending and new applications to the scheme is on hold until further notice.

The scheme expires on 31 October 2020. The Department of Education will be advertising the tender for the new arrangement on eTendering.

Recycled furniture and flexible learning furniture are also available from suppliers on the scheme.

Key benefits

An online application for suppliers removes lengthy and expensive tender processes.
The scheme has an 'always open' policy, so new suppliers can register for inclusion on the scheme at any time, giving agencies continual access to new suppliers and emerging technologies.
Introduces 2 supplier lists:
- base registered supplier list for low-risk contracts valued up to $100,000 excluding GST
- advanced registered supplier list for high-risk contracts of any value.
A simple short-form contract provides opportunities for small to medium businesses. It includes simplified terms and lower insurance requirements, reducing the cost of doing business with government.

Continual access to new suppliers and emerging technologies. The scheme is open to new suppliers on an ongoing basis.
Risk assessment guidelines to assist agencies select appropriate suppliers for their individual requirements.
Ability to drive value from the scheme by assessing price and non-price factors for each engagement.

The following information helps NSW Government agencies and other eligible buyers when accessing the scheme: