Trusted Furniture Partner for Government & Municipal Agencies

Modern Business Interiors (MBI) works with government agencies, municipalities, and public-sector organizations throughout St. Louis, Kansas City, and the Midwest to plan, furnish, and install compliant, durable workplace environments.

Since 1987, we’ve supported public entities with projects that demand procurement compliance, transparency, schedule control, and long-term value.

Planning a government or municipal furniture project?
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What types of government and municipal clients does MBI serve?

We regularly support:

  • City halls and municipal offices
  • County and state agencies
  • Public safety and administrative facilities
  • Courts and judicial offices
  • Public works and infrastructure departments

From a single department refresh to multi-building municipal projects, MBI scales to meet public-sector needs.

If it’s a public facility, we can help.

Yes. Public procurement is one of our core strengths.

MBI supports agencies using:

  • OMNIA
  • TIPS
  • Sourcewell
  • Other approved cooperative and state contracts

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

Not sure which contract your agency uses?
We’ll help you identify the best path forward.

Yes.

We regularly meet requirements related to:

  • Insurance and liability coverage
  • Performance and payment bonds
  • Prevailing wage coordination (when applicable)
  • Vendor registration and compliance documentation

Our team is experienced in navigating public-sector requirements efficiently.

We’ll help ensure your project stays compliant from start to finish.

Absolutely.

We assist with:

  • Furniture specifications and alternates
  • RFP and bid responses
  • Budget validation and value engineering
  • Coordination with architects and consultants

Early engagement often leads to clearer specs and better outcomes.

Involving us early can reduce procurement friction later.

Many government offices must remain operational during installations.

MBI supports:

  • Phased installations
  • After-hours or weekend work
  • Department-by-department upgrades
  • Secure and professional on-site workflows

Our goal is minimal disruption to public services.

We’ll build an install plan around your operational needs.

Public-sector furniture must balance:

  • Durability and longevity
  • Ergonomics and employee comfort
  • Budget accountability
  • Professional appearance

We specify solutions designed for high-use environments with long service life and strong warranties.

We’ll help you choose furniture that stands up to daily use.

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

  • Product selection
  • Manufacturer availability
  • Finish requirements

We help agencies plan orders early to align with fiscal calendars and occupancy schedules.

Have a deadline tied to funding or occupancy? Let’s plan ahead.

Yes. MBI delivers turnkey government furniture solutions, including:

  • Dedicated project management
  • Delivery coordination
  • Professional installation
  • Punch-list resolution
  • Warranty and post-install support

You’ll have one accountable partner throughout the project lifecycle.

Most manufacturers offer 10–12 year warranties with limited exceptions. If issues arise, MBI manages warranty claims on your behalf.
 
We stand behind the furniture long after installation.

WHY GOVERNMENT & MUNICIPAL CLIENTS CHOOSE MBI

  • Nearly 40 years of experience
  • Deep cooperative contract expertise
  • Proven public-sector compliance support
  • Local presence in St. Louis & Kansas City
  • Reliable partner for long-term facilities planning
  • A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau (BBB)