Administrative Office of the US Courts, OFSAS-CD, Ste. G-400, Washington, DC 20544

71 -- COURT TECHNOLOGY FURNITURE SOL USCS 00-5037 DUE 051700 POC Denise Reavis, 202-502-1330 E-MAIL: click here to contact the contracting officer via, Denise_Reavis@ao.uscourts.gov. The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts is seeking to develop a flexible standards package of furniture items to support the audio-visual or advanced technology equipment that is gaining popularity in courtrooms and courthouse conference rooms throughout the United States. We are seeking information on manufacturers' standard products. Accomodating electronic equipment and allowing for connectivity to building systems may require customization of a manufacturer's standard product line. The need for customization will be further defined after an initial review of standard products. Three basic elements make up a typical package as follows: (1) Audio/Visual (A/V) Cart: Typically a portable cart which would be located adjacent to the lectern in the courtroom well. The cart will usually house a document camera; a display monitor, such as a flat screen computer monitor; a VCR; a touch screen panel which controls many system features; and miscellaneous switching devices. A Video printer may also be housed at the A/V cart. The document camera will be frequently used by presenters and it should be anticipated that the work surface height should be appropriate for a wheel chair user. The ability to adjust the working height of the document camera would add to the flexibility and function for the user. Space to house the document camera when not in use is preferred. (2) Monitor Stands: House display devices, such as large screen televisions (typically 36" direct view sets), computer monitors, CRT's, and flat screen panels. Stands need to be at the proper height and angle for viewing by various participants. Requirements will vary depending upon courtroom layout and design. (3) Attorney/Counsel "Smart Tables": Similar to conference tables required to provide wire management for power, phone, data, microphone, and audio-visual system cabling and connections. Tables typically need to provide electrical, phone, and data outlets to the work suface. Wire management features to conceal cabling from view and also accessible for work are desired in the table design. In addition, the table would house custom plates provided by the audio-visual installer or the furniture manaufacturer which allows for connectivity to the A/V system. (4) Lecterns/Speaker Podiums: Information is also sought on lecterns and speaker podiums for courtroom use. Typically, the lectern should allow for height adjustment to accommodate the various heights of presenters. Lecterns should also provide wire management for computer setups. The lectern will be outfitted with a microphone provided by others. Information is also sought on lecterns which would accomodate wheel-chair bound presenters and would meet the intent of the American Disabilities Act. Manufacturer's literature on other presentation items, such as easels, storage units to house equipment within the courtroom, and work stations/carrels, is also welcomed. In most cases, furniture provided by a manufacturer would be required to match as close as possible custom built-in millwork within the courtroom. The manufacturer would be provided an approved wood sample for matching purposes. Mobility of all items is also important. A typical courtroom layout with these elements shown and a narrative describing how the users work with this equipment is available electronically at the following address: http://www.uscourts.gov/review.html. If your firm has product(s) to meet our requirements, please submit ten (10) sets of information including: cut sheets, photographs or catalogs, shop and line drawings (if available), and material and finish options information. Pricing information should indicate whether the product(s) are available on GSA Federal Supply Schedules. If applicable, indicate costs of shipping and set-up. Materials are to be shipped to the following address within 30 days of issuance of this announcement to: Administrative Office of the US Courts, Attn: Denise Reavis, One Columbus Circle NE, Suite G-400, Washington, DC 20544. Upon completion of a review of the product(s) information, your firm may be further contacted by a court representative. Posted 04/17/00 (W-SN445617). (0108)

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