Service Vendor Government Bids & RFPs

The bid submission deadline is April 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM CDT.

Respondents must comply with the requirements of Tenn. Code **** bids over $25,000 requiring a contractor's license, the respondent must provide the company's Tennessee State Contractor License number, license classifications applicable to the bid, and license expiration date. Proof of registration with the Department of Revenue for sales and use tax is also required, or a copy of the exemption communication from the Department of Revenue.

The bid notice states that bids must be received by 2:00 PM on April 22, 2026 local time. Late bids will neither be considered nor returned.

The bid notice states that vendors are advised that a minimum of thirty (30) calendar days is required to process invoices for payment. Knox County utilizes purchase orders and the Knox County credit card (Visa) as payment methods.

The bid notice states that the 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. Contractor extends to Knox County all warranties allowed under the U. C. C. Contractor shall provide copies of warranties to the county. Return of merchandise not meeting warranties shall be at contractor's expense.

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. Award will be based on best value, which means more than low cost, including initial cost, service quality, and other factors detailed in the bid.

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. Knox County will make the final determination as to the bidder's ability. Bidders are required to list all business capabilities including equipment, assets and personnel utilized to provide fire alarm services.

The bid notice states that if vendor default is due to a failure to perform or because of a request for a price increase, Knox County reserves the right to remove the vendor from the county's bidders list for twenty-four (24) months. The contractor may be accessed **** per day if the fire alarm system becomes inoperable for more than twenty-four (24) hours.

The bid notice does not explicitly mention a mandatory or optional site visit for bidders.

The bid notice does not mention the submission of samples.

The bid notice states that any protest or question regarding the specifications or bidding procedures must be received in the procurement division by April 10, 2026 by 4:30 p. m. local time.

The bid notice states that all work will be complete and dry from the hours of 12:00 a. m. to 5:15 a. m. The contractor shall complete the work no later than ****.

The City seeks to make payment within thirty days of receipt of an invoice and any backup documentation. The total amount that may be paid to the contractor for all services and expenses under this contract shall not exceed the maximum limiting amount TBD.

Contractor guarantees the work performed, and all materials or equipment furnished, to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a minimum period of one 1 year from the date of the City's acceptance of completion.

The City intends to award based on the lowest responsive, responsible proposal. However, this is not a sealed bid, and the City reserves the right to consider other factors, including experience, delivery schedule and availability, ability to negotiate a contract favorable to the City, and other relevant factors.

Vendors must provide a description of their level of experience, accompanied with picture examples, and a description of delivery/availability. Evidence the vendor is registered to do business in the state of Vermont is also required.

If the work is not completed by the foregoing date, the City shall be entitled to assess liquidated damages in an amount up to $500 per day for each business day that the completion of the work is delayed.

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The bid notice does not specify warranty information. null

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The bid notice is seeking qualified vendors to be placed on a bidding list for upcoming projects. null

The bid notice does not specify any penalties. null

The bid notice does not mention a site visit. null

The bid notice does not require sample submissions. null

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The bid notice states the project estimated budget is $0. 00. null

The deadline for the receipt of proposals is Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST. The bid notice states, The deadline for receipt of proposals tuesday, april 14, 2026 @3:00 p. m.

License fees are due in full prior to using the licensed premises. The license agreement states, all license fees are due in full prior to using the licensed premises.

The bid notice states that proposals will be evaluated and proposers may be requested to provide a presentation of their proposed services. It also mentions, The city of milford reserves the right to reject any and all proposals or any part thereof, to cancel this rfp at any time, or to waive defects or informalities in same, to seek clarification oradditional information of any proposal, or to accept any proposal deemed by the city to be in the best interests of the city of milford.

Proposers must be qualified individuals or entities to operate the concession stand. The RFP states, The city of milford, through its park, beach, and recreation department, is seeking proposals from qualified individuals or entities to operate the gulf beach concession stand.

Failure to empty rubbish barrels on a daily basis may result in the city fining the proposer $100 for each day the task is not performed. The license agreement states, Failure to empty rubbish barrels on a daily basis may result in the city fining proposer 100 for each day proposer fails to perform such task.

The deadline for questions is Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The bid notice states, deadline for questions thursday, april 2, 2026 @4:00 p. m.