Knox County, Tennessee is seeking sealed bids for uniforms for school nutrition employees. Bids are due by 2:00 PM local time on August 14, 2026. Award will be made to the most responsive, responsible bidder meeting specifications, based on best value. Vendors must have a local presence within Knox County. Samples may be requested. Payment processing takes a minimum of 30 days.
Bids must be received by 2:00 PM local time on August 14, 2026. Late bids will neither be considered nor returned.
Vendors are advised that a minimum of thirty (30) days is required to process invoices for payment. Knox County utilizes purchase orders or the Knox County credit card (Visa) for payment.
Contractor warrants that all items delivered and services rendered shall conform to specifications and be fit for the particular purpose purchased, of merchantable quality, good workmanship, and free from defects. Contractor extends all warranties allowed under the UCC.
Award will be made to the most responsive, responsible bidder meeting specifications which presents the product or service that is in the best interest of Knox County. Award will be based on best value, which includes initial cost, service quality, and other factors.
Minimum requirements to participate include: a minimum of three (3) years of experience supplying similar products to school districts, must be a commercial provider and/or dealer of shoes and apparel, must have a public store front within the corporate boundaries of Knox County.
Penalties for failure to perform may include: payment for items bought from other sources, termination of contract, suspension from future business, legal action and civil penalties, and criminal action.
Upon request of Knox County Procurement Division, vendor must furnish uniform samples, color charts, and patterns available within ten (10) days at no charge to Knox County. Samples will not be returned.
Any protest or questions regarding the specifications or bidding procedures must be received in the Procurement Division by 4:30 PM local time on July 31, 2026.
Failure to comply with declarative statements, failure to complete bid forms, failure to submit required certifications, unauthorized contact with Knox County representatives, or submitting bids not equal to specifications without authorization may result in disqualification.