K-12 Furniture Experts for School Districts

Modern Business Interiors (MBI) partners with K-12 school districts, private schools, and charter schools across St. Louis, Kansas City, and the Midwest to plan, furnish, and install durable, student-focused learning environments.

Since 1987, we’ve helped schools modernize classrooms, administrative offices, libraries, and collaboration spaces—on time, on budget, and in compliance with public procurement requirements.

Planning a school furniture project?

Schedule a free K-12 furniture consultation with our team.

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What types of K-12 schools does MBI work with?

We regularly support:

  • Public school districts
  • Private and parochial schools
  • Charter schools
  • District administrative offices
  • Libraries, media centers, and collaboration spaces

From a single classroom refresh to district-wide standardization, MBI scales to meet your needs.

If you’re managing a school furniture project, we can help.

Yes. This is a core strength.

MBI works with school districts using:

  • OMNIA
  • TIPS
  • Sourcewell
  • Other approved cooperative contracts

These contracts simplify procurement, reduce bid timelines, and ensure compliance.

Not sure which contract your district uses?
We’ll help you navigate it at no cost.

Absolutely.

Most K-12 projects are scheduled during:

  • Summer break
  • Winter break
  • Extended holidays

We plan well in advance to ensure:

  • Furniture arrives on time
  • Installations are completed before students return
  • Minimal disruption to staff and instruction

Have a tight summer window? Let’s plan early.

We help schools select furniture that is:

  • Durable and student-proof
  • Flexible for multiple teaching styles
  • Age-appropriate and ergonomic
  • Easy to reconfigure and maintain

Our recommendations support:

  • Traditional instruction
  • Collaborative learning
  • STEM and project-based classrooms

We’ll recommend solutions that fit your grade levels and budget.

Yes—and districts often see significant savings by doing so.

Standardization helps:

  • Control costs
  • Simplify future purchases
  • Maintain consistent aesthetics
  • Improve long-term durability

We can develop district-approved furniture standards aligned with your goals.

Ask us about district-wide standardization options.

Yes. Our in-house design team supports:

  • Classroom layouts and test fits
  • Furniture specifications
  • Finish and color selection
  • Multi-school planning consistency

Design services are often included as part of a furniture engagement.

Send us your classroom or building plans — we’ll review them for free.

Costs vary by scope and product type, but common ranges include:

  • Student desks and seating: budget-friendly to premium options
  • Teacher stations and storage: based on size and durability
  • Libraries and collaboration spaces: customized by use

We focus on value engineering—balancing performance, longevity, and budget accountability.

We’ll help you build a realistic furniture budget.

Typical lead times range from 4–12 weeks, depending on:

  • Manufacturer
  • Product selection
  • Finish availability

We help districts plan orders early to align with school calendars.

Concerned about timing? Let’s review your schedule.

Yes. MBI provides turnkey K-12 furniture solutions, including:

  • Project management
  • Delivery coordination
  • Professional installation
  • Punch-list resolution
  • Warranty support

You’ll have one point of contact from start to finish.

Most manufacturers offer 10–12 year warranties with limited exceptions. If an issue arises, MBI manages warranty claims and replacements on your behalf.
 
We stand behind every project we install.

WHY SCHOOL DISTRICTS CHOOSE MBI

  • Nearly 40 years of experienc
  • Deep cooperative contract expertis
  • Proven summer installation performanc
  • Local support in St. Louis & Kansas Cit
  • Trusted by public and private school
  • A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau (BBB)