University Architect

Mailing Address
Cleveland State University
2121 Euclid Avenue, PS 235
Cleveland, OH 44115-2214

Campus Location
Plant Services Building
1802 East 25th Street, PS 235
Phone: 216-687-2500

FURNITURE STANDARDS

year-end info

The leadtime for furniture is typically 6-8 weeks.  Therefore, in order for products to be received and invoiced prior to Purchasing's year-end deadlines, we ask that all Services Requests for furniture assistance be submitted prior to MAY 1.

WARRANTIES

Furnishings purchased through FURNITURE DEALERS come with a warranty period.  Please contact your OUA Project Manager or applicable dealer with your issue to see if it is covered under warranty before submitting a service request for Facilities to repair.  See HELP below if you need further assistance.

DESK chairs

Below is a list of desk chairs that have been pre-approved for use across campus. All of these chairs have features that make them suitable for any user:  adjustable seat depth, adjustable arm height/width, a contoured back with lumbar support, and back tension/lock adjustment.  In addition, Sit On It chairs carry a lifetime warranty and can be purchased thru any furniture dealer.

Most of the chairs listed below (noted with an *) are available for you to sit in and test out on the 2nd floor of Plant Services.  Please contact Stephanie Harper at s.harper63@csuohio.edu to make an appointment.  Prices listed are for budget purposes only.  Shipping/delivery charges are additional and approx. $75 per chair.  See HELP below if you require a firm quote.

Desk Chairs - under $500

Desk Chairs - OVER $500

SIT TO STAND WORKSTATIONS
BUDGET PRICING

Please use this PRICING to aid with budgeting for new furniture.  Actual prices will vary depending upon the actual product and finishes selected.  Delivery/ installation charges are additional.  See HELP below if you require additional information.

manufacturers

Here is a listing of COMMERCIAL MANUFACTURERS that are currently on buying contracts (competitively bid) through a furniture dealer.

ERGONOMICS

Here is a photo showing a good workstation setup.

Article in The Plain Dealer about office ergonomics. 

"Sitting is the New Smoking" article from the Mayo Clinic.

Some Deskercise suggestions to help you stretch and move throughout the work day.  

help

If you need assistance with selecting products or obtaining quotes, please submit a SERVICE REQUEST.

Furniture Frequently Asked Questions

Cleveland State University has a furniture standards program to ensure the following criteria are met:

• Only commercial grade furnishings suitable for a higher education environment are procured.

• There is consistency and compatibility of furniture components across campus.

• Competitive bid requirements are met.

Yes. To conform with state laws and Purchasing’s requirements regarding competitive selection, quotes must be obtained from three vendors. In lieu of three quotes, contract pricing must be provided. The furniture contracts Purchasing currently accepts are: E&I, IUC, Omnia (prev. NIPA, TCPN, US Communities), Sourcewell (prev. NJPA) and some GSA schedules. Please refer to the Purchasing Department’s webpage for additional information: https://www.csuohio.edu/purchasing/purchasing

No. We understand that cost is always an issue, but most home and office retailers do not sell commercial grade furniture or fabrics with the smoke/flame spread ratings required for institutional use. In addition, commercial warranties are typically 5-10 years, sometimes lifetime. This is why we obtain quotes from furniture dealers that only sell commercial/contract furnishings. P-cards may be used for furniture purchases, but these purchases still need to adhere to the standards.

Yes, as long as the item is from a reputable commercial furniture manufacturer (there is a fairly comprehensive list of manufacturers located on the OUA website) and approved by OUA. FYI, all furniture orders in Magnus Mart are routed to OUA for approval prior to a PO being issued. Also, please be aware that any order or warranty issues will need to be dealt with directly by the department if ordered by catalog and not through one of our furniture dealers.

To assist you in planning for furniture purchases, please take note of the following timeline:

• 2-3 weeks: make furniture selections, measure/layout area, and obtain quotes.

• 6-8 weeks: typical leadtime for furniture after the Purchase Order has been issued.

• 2-3 weeks: select items MAY be available on quick ship (in stock) in limited finishes, but those orders will still take 2-3 weeks after the Purchase Order has been issued.

If you require assistance with selecting products, obtaining quotes, and/or space planning, please fill out a Service Request via the Facilities Management website

Mailing Address
Cleveland State University
2121 Euclid Avenue, PS 235
Cleveland, OH 44115-2214

Campus Location
Plant Services Building
1802 East 25th Street, PS 235
Phone: 216-687-2500