Supply of high density stacking chairs and dolly/carts

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