Bedford County Dept of Finance - Cascade High School Culinary Arts Kitchen Renovation RFP 27-13 (2026)
Bedford CountyCounty · Shelbyville, TN- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 8 days left
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Robert Daniel
- (931) 685-2024
The 30-second brief
Bedford County Department of Finance is seeking proposals for the interior and exterior renovations, new HVAC and electrical work, minor structural work, and replacement of three (3) residential kitchenettes in the existing home-economics classroom with a new commercial grade cooking line with pan/pot wash, new janitor's closet, new ceilings, lights, and interior finishes, and reworking of all utilities for the new kitchen equipment at Cascade High School located at 3035 Fairfield Pike, Bell Buckle, TN 37025 (Bid No. 27-13). Bids will be received until Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at 200 Dover Street, Suite 102, Shelbyville, TN 37160. A pre-bid meeting will be held on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the project site. Digital copies of plans and specifications can be obtained from Kline Swinney Associates, 48 Lindsley Avenue, Nashville, TN 37210, Attn: Tim Hefler.
Interior and exterior renovations, New HVAC and electrical work, Minor structural work, Three (3) residential kitchenettes replacement, New commercial grade cooking line with pan/pot wash, New janitor's closet, New ceilings, Lights, Interior finishes, Reworking of all utilities for the new kitchen equipment
Lowest and/or best, and most responsive bid that reasonably meet specifications and qualifications
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Summary
Bedford County Department of Finance is seeking proposals for the interior and exterior renovations, new HVAC and electrical work, minor structural work, and replacement of three (3) residential kitchenettes in the existing home-economics classroom with a new commercial grade cooking line with pan/pot wash, new janitor's closet, new ceilings, lights, and interior finishes, and reworking of all utilities for the new kitchen equipment at Cascade High School located at 3035 Fairfield Pike, Bell Buckle, TN 37025 (Bid No. 27-13).
Bids will be received until Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at 200 Dover Street, Suite 102, Shelbyville, TN 37160. A pre-bid meeting will be held on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the project site. Digital copies of plans and specifications can be obtained from Kline Swinney Associates, 48 Lindsley Avenue, Nashville, TN 37210, Attn: Tim Hefler.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest and/or best, and most responsive bid that reasonably meet specifications and qualifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
10- Interior and exterior renovations
- New HVAC and electrical work
- Minor structural work
- Three (3) residential kitchenettes replacement
- New commercial grade cooking line with pan/pot wash
- New janitor's closet
- New ceilings
- Lights
- Interior finishes
- Reworking of all utilities for the new kitchen equipment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Contractor's Qualification Statement (AIA Form A305, 1986 Edition), Signed & Completed Bid form, Certification of Compliance with Tennessee Licensing Law, Certification of Compliance with the Iran Divestment Act, Drug Free Workplace Program Certification, Criminal Background Check Affidavit, Bid bond or Certified Cashier's Check in the amount of 5% of the total bid, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification W-9, Completed Vendor Packet (Form A - Vendor Acknowledgement Letter, Form B - Iran Divestment Act Affidavit, Form C - Title VI Contract Assurance, Form D - Vendor Certification of Eligibility and Non-Collusion, W-9 Form, Proof of Liability Insurance)
- Submit to
- 200 Dover Street, Suite 102, Shelbyville, TN 37160
- Scope location
- Bell Buckle, TN
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Bedford County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 200 Dover Street, Suite 102, Shelbyville, TN 37160. For questions, contact Robert Daniel.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Bedford County in TN, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Robert Daniel at (931) 685-2024. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Interior and exterior renovations, New HVAC and electrical work, Minor structural work, Three (3) residential kitchenettes replacement, New commercial grade cooking line with pan/pot wash, New janitor's closet, New ceilings, Lights, Interior finishes, Reworking of all utilities for the new kitchen e. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest and/or best, and most responsive bid that reasonably meet specifications and qualifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bedford County?
All active and historical solicitations from Bedford County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Bedford County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 5, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Contractor's Qualification Statement (AIA Form A305, 1986 Edition), Signed & Completed Bid form, Certification of Compliance with Tennessee Licensing Law, Certification of Compliance with the Iran Div. Review the full document from Bedford County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bell Buckle, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.