Knoxville Utilities Board bids, RFPs and contracts
Knoxville, Tennesseekub.org- Latest pre-RFP
- Oct 15, 2026
- 23 days ago
- Pre-RFPs
- 32
- 3 in the last 30 days
- Open bids
- 8+
- Next due Nov 10
- Contracts
- 169
- 64 vendors
The 30-second brief
32 pre-RFPs (projects, hiring and grants) found in Knoxville Utilities Board's meetings, most in utilities and capital projects. The latest, from Oct 15: At its October 15, 2026 meeting, KUB reviewed the Fort Sanders Century II capital improvements covering water and wastewater work, construction phasing, and sequencing through 2027. The update said $6.1 million has been invested in water and $8 million in wastewater, with about 7,200 feet of water main remaining and 2025-2027 phased work already mapped. It also cited $3.5 million in paving cost savings through an MOU with the City of Knoxville. This is a live capital program with continuing field work and follow-on utility coordination.
Capital Projects leads its tracked contracts and projects, followed by Utilities and Grants.
8+ open RFPs, the next due Nov 10. Latest awards: Silicon Ranch for KUB supports amended solar deal with Silicon Ranch (Aug 2026) and Sr Durhamville LLC for KUB amends solar PPA with SR Durhamville LLC ($56.00/MWh (previously $50.90/MWh); example LD calculation $344,792, Aug 2026).
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Pre-RFP projects
Projects, hiring and grants found in Knoxville Utilities Board's meetings, before they turn into RFPs.
Open bids and RFPs
Solicitations Knoxville Utilities Board is accepting responses to now.
Vendors and contracts
Who Knoxville Utilities Board buys from, taken from council records. 169 contracts with 64 vendors.
Who decides
Procurement leads, department heads and budget holders at Knoxville Utilities Board.
Questions about Knoxville Utilities Board
How do I become an approved vendor for Knoxville Utilities Board?
Knoxville Utilities Board currently works with 64 vendors across contract types including UTILITIES, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Start by reviewing their procurement guidelines and vendor registration requirements. There are 15 known contacts at this agency to help you find the right point of entry. Getting in early — before opportunities go to formal bid — gives you a significant edge.
How do I win a contract with Knoxville Utilities Board?
Small purchases under TN's simplified acquisition threshold can be awarded directly — no formal bidding required. Recent meeting discussions at Knoxville Utilities Board include Knoxville Utilities Board — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Knoxville Utilities Board — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Knoxville Utilities Board — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026), suggesting active spending in these areas. The key is timing: reach the right department head while they're still scoping the project, not after the RFP is already live. Monitoring what agencies are discussing and spending on helps you start conversations before the competition.
Where does Knoxville Utilities Board publish RFPs?
Knoxville Utilities Board publishes formal RFPs on its official website and TN's state procurement portal. We're currently tracking 618 solicitations from Knoxville Utilities Board. The most active RFP sectors are Capital Projects, Utilities, Grants. Aggregating all sources into one place ensures you never miss an opportunity.
Who makes purchasing decisions at Knoxville Utilities Board?
At Knoxville Utilities Board, purchasing decisions are overseen by the agency's procurement office, with department heads holding significant influence over vendor selection. Key departments include Knoxville, Knox County, KUB Geographic Information System (KGIS). Knowing who controls budget and who influences vendor selection is the difference between a warm introduction and a cold call. Verified contact details are available for 15 decision-makers at Knoxville Utilities Board.
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What does Knoxville Utilities Board spend the most on?
Based on 744 tracked contracts, Knoxville Utilities Board spends most on Capital Projects (512), Utilities (123), Grants (39), Public Works (38), and Community & Outreach (32). Contract types include UTILITIES, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. A complete spending breakdown — by category, vendor, contract value, and renewal date — helps you target the highest-value opportunities.
Who are Knoxville Utilities Board's current vendors?
Knoxville Utilities Board currently works with vendors including SILICON RANCH, SR DURHAMVILLE LLC, TENNESSEE VALLEY AUTHORITY, and SR CARROLL LLC. These vendors span contract types like UTILITIES, OTHER, and PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES. Understanding who the incumbents are — what they were awarded and when contracts are up for renewal — helps you position competitively.
What projects is Knoxville Utilities Board working on?
Based on 3 tracked meetings, Knoxville Utilities Board is actively discussing: Knoxville Utilities Board — Procurement Intelligence (March 2026), Knoxville Utilities Board — Procurement Intelligence (February 2026), and Knoxville Utilities Board — Procurement Intelligence (January 2026). These meeting topics indicate active project areas where the agency is scoping requirements, allocating budget, or evaluating vendors — often 6–18 months before formal RFPs are published.
How many active solicitations does Knoxville Utilities Board have?
Knoxville Utilities Board currently has 618 active solicitations. These solicitations span sectors including Capital Projects (512), Utilities (123), and Grants (39). New opportunities are added as they're published across the agency's website, TN's state portal, and other sources.