RECOMMENDED PACKAGE
The typical employee workstation should include the following pieces of furniture:
- Desk
- Chair
- Lockable Storage
In order to streamline efforts and maximize value, our college Facilities team recommends purchasing these three items as a package deal. Attached to this article is a rendering of the standard package we procure, along with some common room layouts. Total purchase price, including shipping and installation, is around $2,000.00.
DESK ONLY
The desk mentioned above is a motorized sit-to-stand desk, and comes in a variety of sizes. We recommend the 6' x 4' L-shaped configuration for most rooms, but available square footage may require a smaller size to maintain accessibility standards and practicality in some spaces. For those who favor a smaller work surface, the 5' x 2' rectangle is a popular option as well. Our facilities team can help identify the appropriate size of desk for your space.
Users may choose between any of the L1 Allsteel finishes for the top, and their choice of gray or black for the leg color. Purchase price for the desk varies somewhat on size, but, including shipping and installation, is around $1,400.00.
CHAIRS
Chairs are a very personal choice, as each user has their own ergonomic needs. If the standard chair above is inadequate, then we recommend the following:
- Any chair from ODP Business Solutions—they are well priced and easily procured by our finance team.
- For a more personalized option, Stocks Office Furniture has a local storefront where you can schedule a chair fitting (at no cost) to determine which chair would best meet your needs. Their number is at the top of the landing page.
SURPLUS
For more economical furniture options, we recommend making an appointment to visit the UIUC Surplus Warehouse. They are constantly moving furniture in and out of their facility, so the more often you go, the more likely you are to find something interesting!
MISCELLANEOUS
For more complex furniture requests, or for spaces which do not conform to the typical faculty/staff office, please reach out to our Facilities team for further consultation.
To proceed with any of the above, please email facilities@education.illinois.edu