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Kootenai County narrows desk options for new justice building; staff directed to finalize pricing
Summary
Contract Design presented three furniture packages for the countyjustice building. Commissioners discussed durability, warranties and freight; staff were directed to continue pricing and return with a full package. A public commenter asked the county to seek U.S.-made alternatives.
Kootenai County commissioners discussed furnishings for the countyjustice building at a meeting that included a presentation from Contract Design on three desk and office-furnishing packages.
Contract Design representative Tory Nelson told commissioners the team had prepared three packages from two manufacturers: an HBC production line (particle board with laminate) and two Global options that use MDF substrate with different top surfaces, including thermally fused laminate and a higher-pressure laminate. Nelson said the packet contains detailed comparisons and that staff need direction so the vendor can finish pricing for judgechambers, cabinetry and related components.
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