The Lee County Library is seeking proposals for the packing, transport, and unpacking of the entire Library collection, as well as office furniture and paraphernalia. The project involves moving approximately 100,000 items, including books, audiobooks, DVDs, and computer equipment, from the current Main Library building to the new Main Library building. Vendors must demonstrate their ability to provide coordination with Library staff, organized packing, safe transport, secure delivery, insurance, and timely expectations for all steps of the process. The evaluation criteria include total cost, ease and suitability of the proposed solution, vendor reputation and experience, insurance and guarantees, and clarity and comprehensiveness of the proposal.
Some key points to consider are:
• The library has approximately 100,000 items in its collection, including physical books, audiobooks, DVDs, and computer equipment.
• The project involves moving from an 18,000 square foot building to a 35,000 square foot building.
• Vendors must provide insurance for all items transported.
• The evaluation criteria include total cost, ease and suitability of the proposed solution, vendor reputation and experience, insurance and guarantees, and clarity and comprehensiveness of the proposal.
• The proposal should include a technical proposal, a summary of experience related to comparable projects, a proposed fee, and any additional information to be considered.