Open Bids and Requests for Proposals

Formal sealed bids open at 2:00 p.m. Eastern time unless otherwise noted in the bid document. If you are interested in a specific bid, it is the vendor's responsibility to check back periodically before the closing date for any updates.

Additional information on surplus items and the KUB bid process are listed below.



Bid Title		Yarnell Road Gas Line Project Phase II
Bid Description		The installation of approximately 16,440 linear feet of 12-inch and 810 linear feet of 8-inch polyethylene gas line; install valves along with newly installed main; tie-ins to existing facilities, service reconnections/installations to the new main, etc. The Work shall be completed in strict accordance with the drawings and the Contract Documents.
Bid Expires On		February 9, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		10041
Bid Contact		Zach Breeding
		865-558-2489
Additional File		Bid Invitation
		Addendum 1











Bid Title		Request for Proposal (RFP) for KUB Crane Inspection and Maintenance Agreement
Bid Description		RFP Issued January 20, 2012 Non-Mandatory Pre-Proposal Meeting January 31, 2012@ 10:00AM RFP question cut-off date February 3, 2012 RFP final answers to questions February 6, 2012 Due Date for Proposals February 9, 2012 @ 2:00PM The Crane Inspection and Maintenance Program will be organized in two major components: (A) Crane Inspections, and (B) Crane Maintenance. Additional work may be requested by KUB throughout the course of the Agreement (e.g., repairs to cranes, etc...). KUB does not guarantee any minimum amount of work.
Bid Expires On		February 9, 2012
Bid Type
Bid Control Number		10148
Bid Contact		Daniel Kembel
		865-558-2290
Additional File		RFP Invitation












Bid Title		Strawberry Plains Pike and College Park Lane Gravity Sewer Rehabilitation_Replacement
Bid Description		*Addendum 1 Attached* Please refer to attached Bid Invitation and Information for Bidders for detailed work description.
Bid Expires On		February 9, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		10872
Bid Contact		Shari Hurst
		865-558-2461
Additional File		Bid Invitation
		Addendum 1











Bid Title		Transportation Building Lighting
Bid Description		The Project consists of performing a lighting upgrade to KUB’s Transportation Building located at 4505 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville, TN including but not limited to removal /demolition of the existing metal halide lighting system including fixtures and conductors, use existing and new conduit and new conductors, install new T-5 fixtures, all required wiring, conduit, misc. switches, and new lighting control panels, for approximately 36,265 sq ft heated warehouse space with a ceiling height of approximately 25 feet. Used fixtures and lamps will become the property of the installer upon removal, and all used conductors will be placed in KUB's recycle bin on site. The facility has no known asbestos or lead paint. The lighting shall be constructed in accordance with all plans and specifications. The work shall include, but not limited to, the furnishing of all labor, materials, and equipment required for the construction of all site and building work as outlined by these plans and specifications. Once work is completed, a marked up drawing will be required for the purpose of creating an as-built drawing for KUB's files.
Bid Expires On		February 9, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		12240
Bid Contact		Daniel Kembel
		865-558-2290
Additional File		Bid Invitation
		Addendum 1











Bid Title		Wireless Hardware, Maintenance, and Consulting 12_12179CT
Bid Description		Wireless Hardware, Maintenance, and Consulting as specified 12_12179CT
Bid Expires On		Thursday, February 9, 2012 at 2:00pm EST
Bid Type		Evaluated Bid
Bid Control Number		12_12179CT
Bid Contact		Chris Threet
		865-558-2658 or christopher.threet@kub.org
Additional File		Invitation to Bid
		Bid Document











Bid Title		Forks of the River Air Release Valve Replacement
Bid Description		*Mandatory pre-bid meeting February 3, 2012 at 2:00PM*Contractor to isolate, perform maintenance and cleaning per manufacturer guideline, and then reinstall eleven (11) air release valves. Contractor will install two new air release valves. One of these installations will require a new wet tap on the force main, in addition to installing a new 6 foot diameter manhole. Five (5) of these air release valves will require the installation of additional brass fittings as described on the design drawings. Contractor is to also replace and dispose of five (5) one inch air release valves. Contractor will be responsible for all traffic control and traffic control permitting related to the work. The work shall be completed in strict accordance with the drawings and the Contract Documents.
Bid Expires On		February 10, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		12369
Bid Contact		Shari Hurst
		865-558-2461
Additional File		Bid Invitation












Bid Title		Kuwahee WWTP Influent Screen Replacement Project
Bid Description		*Addendum 1 AttachedMandatory pre-bid meeting January 27, 2012 at 10:00 AM**The work to be bid on includes, but is not limited to the following: a) Demolition of two inner channel existing screens, b) Installation of two new inner channel screens, c) Installation of two new screenings conveyors for use with either set of screens, d) Installation of two new screenings washer/compactors, e) Building modifications for screening conveyor wall/door penetrations, f) New dumpster storage area with visual screening from Neyland Drive, g) Instrumentation and controls and SCADA integration, and h) Miscellaneous site work, grading, and restoration of disturbed areas.
Bid Expires On		February 14, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		10147
Bid Contact		Zach Breeding
		865-558-2489
Additional File		Bid Invitation
		Addendum 1











Bid Title		Biddle St./Old McDonald Rd. Water Main Replacement
Bid Description		* Addendum 1 Attached *This Work consists of the installation of approximately 370 LF of 2-inch HDPE and 850 LF of 8-inch waterline; the re-connection of approximately 14 water service lines and all appropriate water line appurtenances, consisting of 2-inch and 8-inch valves, blow-off assemblies, main line connections, condemnation of existing facilities, etc. All Work shall be completed within the existing City of Knoxville right-of-way. The Work shall be completed in strict accordance with the drawings and the Contract Documents.
Bid Expires On		February 15, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		12408
Bid Contact		Zach Breeding
		865-558-2489
Additional File		Bid Invitation
		Addendum 1











Bid Title		Pine Ridge Apartments Electric Conduit Installation
Bid Description		This work is to be bid only by KUB pre-qualified contractors in the following areas: 5.3 Electric Utility Construction, $225,000.00 Bid Limit and 13.2KV. Bids will not be accepted from contractors who are not pre-qualified in the above mentioned category prior to the bid opening. Bid package attached.
Bid Expires On		February 16, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		12775
Bid Contact		Zach Breeding
		865-558-2489
Additional File		Bid Package












Bid Title		Polychlorinated Biphenyl Analysis for Water Quality Lab
Bid Description		Polychlorinated Biphenyl Analysis for Water Quality Lab, as specified in bid documents
Bid Expires On		Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 10:00AM (Eastern Time)
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		12337FS
Bid Contact		Felicia Southerland
		felicia.southerland@kub.org or 865-558-2368
Additional File		Bid Invitation
		Bid Documents for #12337FS
		Bid #12337FS - Attachment A










Bid Title		56,000 GVW (min.) Cab and Chassis with 65 ft. Digger Derrick
Bid Description		One (1) New 56,000 GVW (min.) Cab and Chassis with 65 ft. Digger Derrick, as specified in bid documents. **Please Note: The delivery of this item must meet the delivery deadline indicated in the specification section of the bid document. If the stated delivery deadline cannot be met, please refrain from bidding on this item, as KUB cannot guarantee payment for this item if delivered after 3:00 PM (ET) on June 15, 2012. Any questions regarding this bid must be directed in writing to Felicia Southerland at felicia.southerland@kub.org.
Bid Expires On		Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 10:00 AM (ET)
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		12612FS
Bid Contact		Felicia Southerland
		felicia.southerland@kub.org or 865-558-2368
Additional File		Bid Invitation
		Bid Document #12612FS











Bid Title		Amherst Road and Southside Drive Sewage Pumping Station Replacement
Bid Description		*Mandatory pre-bid meeting February 2, 2012 at 2:00PM* Please refer to attached bid invitation & information for bidders for detailed work description.
Bid Expires On		February 16, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		10085
Bid Contact		Shari Hurst
		865-558-2461
Additional File		Bid Invitation












Bid Title		Primary Internet Connection 12_11580CT
Bid Description		Primary Internet Connection as specified 12_11580CT
Bid Expires On		Thursday, February 16, 2012 at 2:00pm EST
Bid Type		Evaluated
Bid Control Number		12_11580CT
Bid Contact		Chris Threet
		865-558-2658 or christopher.threet@kub.org
Additional File		Invitation to Bid
		Bid Document











Bid Title		Burnette Road & Barber Road Galvanized Water Main Replacement
Bid Description		This Work consists of the installation of approximately 1,450 LF of 2-inch HDPE and 1,310 LF of 8-inch waterline; the re-connection of approximately 23 water service lines and all appropriate water line appurtenances, consisting of 2-inch and 8-inch valves, blow-off assemblies, main line connections, condemnation of existing facilities, etc. All Work shall be completed within the existing Knox County Right-Of-Way. The Work shall be completed in strict accordance with the drawings and the Contract Documents.
Bid Expires On		February 17, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		12461
Bid Contact		Zach Breeding
		865-558-2489
Additional File		Bid Invitation












Bid Title		Jefferson Avenue, East Kesterwood Drive and Farragut Avenue Sewer Replacement
Bid Description		mandatory pre-bid meeting on Friday, February 10, 2012, at 2:15pm Replacement of approximately 1167 LF of 8” sanitary sewer line with HDPE via pipebursting. One section is an existing 6” sanitary sewer that will be upsized to 8”. Included are approximately up to 24 lateral connections and replacements, One manhole installation and 6 existing manholes to be rehabilitated.
Bid Expires On		Friday, February 17, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		12559
Bid Contact		Shari Hurst
		865-558-2461
Additional File		Bid Invitation












Bid Title		KSGC Tower Installation
Bid Description		*Mandatory pre-bid meeting February 13, 2012 at 10:00AM*This is a fast track project to install two lattice type communication towers. Contractor will provide all labor, all materials not furnished by the OWNER (See list of materials to be provided by OWNER), equipment and incidentals as required to install / erect One (1) Titan Model T-200 Lattice type 96 foot high tower and One (1) Titan Model S-400 Lattice type 140 foot high tower. Both towers include excavation and construction of the reinforced concrete base system. Contractor shall follow all tower manufacturer guidelines and requirements for construction. Towers have been pre-purchased and are provided by KUB. Contractor to provide transportation of tower materials from KUB yards to the installation sites as applicable. The scope of work DOES NOT include any electrical or communications components, only the foundations and tower erections. CONTRACTOR shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals, as required, to restore the Site to a condition equal to or better than the Site condition, which existed prior to the initiation of the Work activities
Bid Expires On		February 21, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		12496
Bid Contact		Daniel Kembel
		865-558-2290
Additional File		Bid Invitation












Bid Title		Bad Order Cable Replacement - Black Oak Apartments
Bid Description		Contractor will provide all labor, all materials not furnished by the OWNER (See Estimate # 416683 for a complete list of materials to be provided by OWNER), equipment and incidentals as required to install underground electric distribution improvements to include underground electric conduit(s) with associated transformer pads, transformers, underground cable, associated fittings, abandon existing facilities, etc. and other improvements as detailed. Extent of the Work is shown on KUB Drawing(s) numbered B-9200.
Bid Expires On		February 21, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		12601
Bid Contact		Zach Breeding
		865-558-2489
Additional File		Bid Invitation












Bid Title		Loves Creek Mini-Basin 20A9 Magnolia Avenue Sewer Rehabiliation/Replacement
Bid Description		*Bid Opening Changed - Addendum 1 & 2 Attached* Description of work: Rehabilitation of approximately 4,165 LF of 8-inch sanitary sewer pipe via CIPP and Replacement of approximately 4,100 LF of 8-inch sanitary sewer pipe. The Work also includes: 50 LF point repairs; 115 vertical feet manhole rehabilitation via cementitious lining; 124 PVC lateral appurtenances, including lateral connection at main, tee-wye, and cleanout; and other items as annotated in the bid, and incidental materials and equipment, complete and in place in accordance with the Contract Documents for said project. CONTRACTOR shall provide all labor materials, equipment and incidentals as required to restore the Site to a condition equal or better than the Site condition that existed prior to the initiation of work activities. CONTRACTOR shall provide Traffic Control Plan (TCP) and devices as required by the specifications.
Bid Expires On		February 22, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		10053
Bid Contact		Shari Hurst
		865-558-2461
Additional File		Bid Invitation
		Addendum 1
		Addendum 2










Bid Title		Stanley Road Cable and Conduit Replacement.
Bid Description		Contractor will provide all labor, all materials not furnished by the OWNER (See Estimate # 417019 for a complete list of materials to be provided by OWNER), equipment and incidentals as required to install underground electric distribution improvements to include underground electric conduit(s) with associated transformer pads, transformers, underground cable, hand holes, associated fittings, replace existing facilities, etc. and other improvements as detailed. Extent of the Work is shown on KUB Drawing(s) numbered B-417019.
Bid Expires On		February 22, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		11402A
Bid Contact		Zach Breeding
		865-558-2489
Additional File		Bid Invitation












Bid Title		Greenway Drive Gravity Sewer Replacement Project
Bid Description		*Mandatory pre-bid meeting February 14, 2012 2:00PM* The Work includes the replacement/re-alignment of approximately 1740 LF of an existing 6” clay sanitary sewer line with 8” PVC sanitary sewer pipe, abandonment of seven (7) manholes, installation of seven (7) – 4’ manholes, replacement of three (3) – 4’ manhole and eight (8) lateral connections. The project area is located approximately 550’ south east of the intersection at Beverly Road and Greenway Drive. The work shall be completed in strict accordance with the drawings and the Contract Documents.
Bid Expires On		February 23, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		9819
Bid Contact		Shari Hurst
		865-558-2461
Additional File		Bid Invitation












Bid Title		Telephone Language Interpreting Services 12_12670CT
Bid Description		Telephone Language Interpreting Services as specified 12_12670CT
Bid Expires On		Thursday, February 23, 2012 at 2:00pm EST
Bid Type		Evaluated Bid
Bid Control Number		12_12670CT
Bid Contact		Chris Threet
		865-558-2658 or christopher.threet@kub.org
Additional File		Invitation to Bid
		Bid Document











Bid Title		Farragut Avenue Tank and Booster Pump Station Removal
Bid Description		KUB requires contractor services to demolish and remove a previously decommissioned and empty 24,000 gallon steel Water Tank and Booster Pump Station located at Farragut Avenue. CONTRACTOR will provide all labor, equipment, and incidentals as required to remove the water tank, booster pump station, and all related facilities. CONTRACTOR is responsible for all demolition and disposal/recycling. CONTRACTOR shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals, as required, to restore the Site to a condition equal to or better than the Site condition, which existed prior to the demolition of the Water Tank and Booster Pump Station Facilities.
Bid Expires On		February 23, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		10098
Bid Contact		Daniel J. Kembel
		865 558 2290
Additional File		Bid Invitation












Bid Title		Third Creek Mini-Basin 11B2a Rehabilitation/Replacement Project
Bid Description		*Mandatory pre-bid meeting February 16, 2012 at 10:00AM* The Project consists of approximately 145 LF of 8-inch open cut replacement, 7,350 LF of 8-inch pipe bursting, and approximately 9 manhole replacements. In addition, this project includes the rehabilitation (with CIPP) of approximately 2,720 LF of 8-inch sewer, and the rehabilitation of approximately 10 manholes with cementitious liner. Other items included in the project are approximately 20 LF of point repairs, 121 lower lateral installations, erosion control, pavement restoration, and site restoration. The work shall be completed in strict accordance with the drawings and the Contract Documents. CONTRACTOR will provide all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals as required to restore the Site to a condition equal to or better than the Site condition which existed prior to the initiation of the Work activities.
Bid Expires On		February 28, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		10103
Bid Contact		Shari Hurst
		865-558-2461
Additional File		Bid Invitation












Bid Title		Neubert Springs Wastewater Pumping Station and Force Main
Bid Description		Mandatory Pre-bid Meeting March, 2, 2012 at 10am Demolition of the existing Neubert Springs Pump Station, the construction of a new 5.5 MGD pump station adjacent to the existing station, and the replacement of approximately 3300 LF of 16-inch force main
Bid Expires On		March 13, 2012
Bid Type		Sealed
Bid Control Number		9907
Bid Contact		Shari Hurst
		865-558-2461
Additional File		Bid Invitation












Bid Title		Paving Contractor PreQualification Program
Bid Description		KUB's Procurement Department has developed a Paving Contractor Prequalification Program that will include all paving contractors. Any contractor that wishes to bid on and perform paving work for KUB will be required to participate in the new Prequalification Program. As a result of this new program, KUB is now accepting pre-qualification applications for paving contractors who would like to bid on KUB paving projects. We anticipate consolidating 3-4 municipal street patching and paving projects during the course of a year. The paving will be installed in accordance with The City of Knoxville paving standards or other standards as defined in bid documents. Bids for these projects will not be accepted unless you have completed this new process, and have received an acceptable pre-qualification score. There are two main components to the new Paving Contractor Pre-Qualification Program. The first component consists of three sections (A, B, & C) that require general company information and essential financial, bonding, license, insurance, safety, and legal information. If all required information is not submitted, the pre-qualification process cannot be completed. Upon review of the first component by KUB, your company will be contacted regarding results. The second component of the Paving Contractor Pre-Qualification Program is the contractor project references portion (Section D). This section requires the contractor to submit three references, and will include KUB construction (or other municipal paving) project(s) that the contractor has worked on within the last three years. Each reference will be contacted and will earn a score based on reference’s response to KUB’s questionnaire. The contractor’s pre-qualification score will be an average of the submitted project reference scores. Prequalification forms may be printed from the link below, and submitted via email to KUB’s Procurement Department at kubprequal@kub.org. The paving prequalification applications will be reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Bid Expires On
Bid Type		6/13/13
Bid Control Number		N/A
Bid Contact		kubprequal@kub.org

Additional File		PreQualification Forms Sections A-C












Bid Title		Vegetation Management Contractor Pre-Qualification Program
Bid Description		KUB's Procurement Department has developed a Vegetation Management Contractor Prequalification Program that will include all vegetation management contractors. Any contractor that wishes to bid on and perform vegetation management work for KUB will be required to participate in the new Prequalification Program. As a result of this new program, KUB is now accepting pre-qualification applications for vegetation management contractors who would like to bid on KUB projects. Bids for these projects will not be accepted unless you have completed this new process, and have received an acceptable pre-qualification score. There are two main components to the new Vegetation Management Contractor Pre-Qualification Program. The first component consists of three sections (A, B, & C) that require general company information and essential financial, bonding, license, insurance, safety, and legal information. If all required information is not submitted, the pre-qualification process cannot be completed. Upon review of the first component by KUB, your company will be contacted regarding results. The second component of the Vegetation Management Contractor Pre-Qualification Program is the contractor project references portion (Section D). This section requires the contractor to submit three references, and will include KUB project(s) that the contractor has worked on. Each reference will be contacted and will earn a score based on reference’s response to KUB’s questionnaire. The contractor’s pre-qualification score will be an average of the submitted project reference scores. Prequalification forms may be printed from the link below, and submitted via email to KUB’s Procurement Department at kubprequal@kub.org. The vegetation management prequalification applications will be reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Bid Expires On		November 1, 2013
Bid Type
Bid Control Number
Bid Contact		kubprequal@kub.org

Additional File		Sections A-C












Bid Title		Contractor PreQualification Program
Bid Description		KUB's Procurement Department has developed a Contractor Prequalification Program that will include all construction contractors (electric, gas, water, and wastewater). Any contractor that wishes to bid on and perform construction work for KUB will be required to participate in the new Prequalification Program. KUB is now accepting prequalification applications for contractors who would like to bid on KUB construction projects. Eventually, all bidders for KUB construction projects will be required to be pre-qualified under this new program. There are two main components to the new Contractor Prequalification Program. The first component consists of three sections (sections A, B, & C) that require general company information and essential financial, bonding, license, insurance, safety, and legal information. If all required information is not submitted, the prequalification process cannot be completed. Upon review of the first component by KUB, your company will be contacted regarding results. The second component of the Contractor Prequalification Program is the contractor project references portion (section D). This section requires the contractor to submit three references and will include KUB construction project(s) that the contractor has completed within the last three years. Each reference will be contacted and will earn a score based on reference’s response to KUB’s questionnaire. The contractor’s prequalification score will be an average of the submitted project reference scores. Please follow the link to the Contractor Prequalification page where the prequalification forms are available. Prequalification information may be printed from the Web site and submitted via email to KUB’s Procurement Department at kubprequal@kub.org. The prequalification applications will be reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis
Bid Expires On		4/14/2013
Bid Type
Bid Control Number		N/A
Bid Contact		kubprequal@kub.org

Additional File		Contractor Prequalification Form

Surplus Items
KUB also offers surplus items periodically on GovDeals. Current items are listed.

KUB bid process details
The Knoxville Utilities Board will receive and publicly open proposals or electronic proposals in the Procurement Department, 4505 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville, Tennessee 37921.

Subject to the instructions, conditions, specifications, Addenda, and any other elements of this Request for Proposal, including those incorporated by reference.

Submit sealed Proposal responses to:

Physical Location
Knoxville Utilities Board
Procurement Department
4505 Middlebrook Pike
Knoxville, TN 37921-5599

-OR-

Mailing Address
Knoxville Utilities Board
ATTN: Purchasing Section
P.O. Box 59017
Knoxville, TN 37950-9017

The outside of the sealed box / container / envelopes containing the response shall be marked with Proposal Title, Proposal Due Date and Proposal Number as described above.

-OR-

E-mail the response to bids@kub.org by the Proposal Due Date and Time with the Proposal Title as stated above.

Note: If responses are sent via E-mail to bids@kub.org, service provider will receive an auto response within a reasonable time frame; otherwise please follow-up with the buyer and/or re-send your response.