Knox County, Tennessee is soliciting sealed bids for operated equipment services. Bids are due by 2:00 PM local time on June 24, 2026, and must be delivered to the Knox County Procurement Division. Vendors are required to register on the KnoxBuys online procurement system. The county reserves the right to award the bid on an item-by-item basis, all or none, or by multiple awards, based on best value. Vendors must hold their prices firm for 90 business days from the bid opening. Invoices will be processed within a minimum of 30 days. A warranty is required for all delivered items and services. In case of vendor default, Knox County may procure services from other sources and hold the defaulting vendor responsible for excess costs. Vendors are cautioned that the audit hotline does not replace award protest procedures. Criminal history checks are required for vendors performing services at Knox County schools. A drug-free workplace program is mandatory for contractors with five or more employees. Insurance requirements are detailed in Attachment A.
The bid notice states that bids must be received by 2:00 PM local time on June 24, 2026.
The bid notice advises that a minimum of thirty (30) days is required to process invoices for payment when the invoicing instructions herein are followed.
The bid notice states that contractor warrants to Knox County that all items delivered and all services rendered shall conform to the specifications, drawings, bid and/or other descriptions furnished and/or incorporated by reference, and will be fit for the particular purpose purchased, of merchantable quality, good workmanship, and free from defects.
The bid notice states that award will be made to the most responsive, responsible bidders meeting specifications, who presents the product or service that is in the best interest of Knox County.
The bid notice states that bidders must, upon request, furnish satisfactory evidence of their ability to furnish products or services in accordance with the terms and conditions of these specifications.
The bid notice states that Knox County reserves the right, in case of vendor default, to procure the articles or services from other sources and hold the defaulting vendor responsible for any excess costs occasioned thereby.
The bid notice states that any protest or question regarding the specifications or bid procedures must be received in the procurement division no later than 4:30 p. m. local time on June 9, 2026.
The bid notice states that any statement or words e. g. : must, shall, will are declarative statements and the vendor must comply with the condition. Failure to comply with any such condition may result in their bid being nonresponsive and disqualified.