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Request for Office Chair Purchase

Admin October 08, 2026

The following content can be used as a reference for drafting a request for office chair procurement:

I. Background of the Request
With the expansion of the company's business scale and an increase in the number of employees, the existing office chairs have shown signs of wear and functional aging due to prolonged use. This has resulted in increased fatigue among employees from prolonged sitting, decreased work efficiency, and certain safety hazards. To optimize the office environment, enhance employee health and work efficiency, we hereby request the procurement of a new batch of office chairs.

II. Procurement Requirements

  1. Quantity and Specifications: Based on the actual needs of each department, we plan to purchase XX office chairs, prioritizing allocation to positions requiring long hours of desk work. The new chairs should conform to ergonomic design, featuring adjustable lumbar support, breathable mesh fabric, and non-slip wheels as core functionalities to accommodate employees of different heights and body types and reduce fatigue from prolonged sitting.
  2. Materials and Quality: The chair frame should be made of high-strength metal to ensure load-bearing stability; the seat cushion and backrest should be made of high-density foam and breathable mesh fabric for both comfort and durability; the wheels should be suitable for both carpet and hard floors to avoid sliding noise.
  3. Brand and Budget: After market research, we recommend purchasing office chairs from XX brand (or provide 2-3 alternative brands), with a budget of no more than XX yuan per chair and an estimated total cost of XX yuan. The products from this brand have passed national quality certification and offer comprehensive after-sales service, meeting the company's procurement standards.

III. Funding Source
The procurement expenses are planned to be covered by the company's annual administrative budget or, if necessary, through a special allocation request. The finance department will strictly review the invoices to ensure compliance and transparency in fund usage.

IV. Implementation Plan

  1. Procurement Process: The administrative department will lead the procurement process, forming a procurement team in collaboration with the requesting departments. The supplier will be determined through bidding or price comparison, and a procurement contract will be signed.
  2. Timeline: We plan to complete the procurement approval by XX/XX and have the chairs delivered and installed by XX/XX to avoid disrupting peak business periods.
  3. Inspection and Feedback: Upon delivery, the using departments and the administrative department will jointly inspect the chairs, focusing on functional integrity and safety, and collect feedback from employees for future procurement reference.

V. Expected Outcomes

  1. Improve employee work comfort and reduce fatigue and health issues caused by unsuitable seating;
  2. Optimize the office environment and demonstrate the company's corporate culture of caring for employees;
  3. Reduce safety hazards caused by damaged chairs and ensure daily office safety.

Attachments:

  1. Office Chair Procurement Requirements List (including department allocation quantities)
  2. Market Research Quotation and Supplier Qualification Documents
  3. Office Chair Functional Parameter Comparison Table

Please approve.

Administrative Department
XX/XX/XXXX