Blount County - BCS Nutrition Equipment, ITB 2026-0053, 2025/2026 - Heritage High, William Blount High School 9th Grade Academy, Montvale Elementary, Walland Elementary
Blount CountyCounty · Maryville, TN- Due
- Jan 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 20, 2025
- Primary contact
- Mallory Pack
- (865) 273-5743
The 30-second brief
Blount County is seeking a turnkey contractor to furnish, deliver, and complete the installation of food equipment, kitchen equipment, and serving counters for Heritage High School, William Blount High School 9th Grade Academy, Montvale Elementary School, and Walland Elementary School. The scope encompasses equipment such as hot food serving counters, heated shelf food warmers, utility serving counters, cold shelves, hot water dispensers, electric tilting skillet braising pans, reach-in refrigerators, dishtables, hose reels, and conveyor dishwashers, along with removal and disposal of old equipment, plumbing, electrical connections, and startup. Submissions are due by January 6, 2026, at 1:30 PM EST via the online bidding system or manually at the Blount County Courthouse. Non-mandatory pre-bid meetings are scheduled for December 8 and December 9, 2025. Vendors must submit questions and alternate product requests by December 16, 2025. Requirements include a 5% bid bond, performance and payment bonds, Tennessee contractor license compliance, drug-free workplace affidavit, background checks for school grounds work, and proof of liability insurance naming Blount County as additional insured.
Food Equipment, Hot Food Serving Counter / Table, Heated Shelf Food Warmer, Serving Counter, Utility, Cold Shelf, Hot Water Dispenser, Tilting Skillet Braising Pan, Electric, Reach-In Refrigerator, Dishtable, Soiled L Shaped, Hose Reel, Dishwasher, Conveyor Type, Clean Dishtable, Removal and Installation
Lowest and best bid, responsive and responsible bidder, conformance to ITB requirements and specifications
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Summary
Blount County is seeking a turnkey contractor to furnish, deliver, and complete the installation of food equipment, kitchen equipment, and serving counters for Heritage High School, William Blount High School 9th Grade Academy, Montvale Elementary School, and Walland Elementary School.
The scope encompasses equipment such as hot food serving counters, heated shelf food warmers, utility serving counters, cold shelves, hot water dispensers, electric tilting skillet braising pans, reach-in refrigerators, dishtables, hose reels, and conveyor dishwashers, along with removal and disposal of old equipment, plumbing, electrical connections, and startup. Submissions are due by January 6, 2026, at 1:30 PM EST via the online bidding system or manually at the Blount County Courthouse. Non-mandatory pre-bid meetings are scheduled for December 8 and December 9, 2025. Vendors must submit questions and alternate product requests by December 16, 2025. Requirements include a 5% bid bond, performance and payment bonds, Tennessee contractor license compliance, drug-free workplace affidavit, background checks for school grounds work, and proof of liability insurance naming Blount County as additional insured.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Lowest and best bid
- Responsive and responsible bidder
- Conformance to ITB requirements and specifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
17- Food Equipment
- Hot Food Serving Counter / Table
- Heated Shelf Food Warmer
- Serving Counter
- Utility
- Cold Shelf
- Hot Water Dispenser
- Tilting Skillet Braising Pan
- Electric
- Reach-In Refrigerator
- Dishtable
- Soiled L Shaped
- Hose Reel
- Dishwasher
- Conveyor Type
- Clean Dishtable
- Removal and Installation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Bid Cover and Contractor License Information Page
- Special Provisions
- Terms & Conditions
- Required Forms
- Optional Forms
- COI Sample
- Bid Bond Form
- Background Check Compliance Form
- Business Tax & License Affidavit
- Drug-Free Workplace Affidavit
- Iran Divestment Act Certification
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- W-9
- EFT Authorization
- Title VI Compliance Form
- Submit to
- https://blounttn.ionwave.net/login.aspx or Blount County Purchasing Room 319, 385 Court St., Maryville, TN 37804
- Scope location
- Maryville, TN
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Blount County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 6, 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: https://blounttn.ionwave.net/login.aspx or Blount County Purchasing Room 319, 385 Court St., Maryville, TN 37804. For questions, contact Mallory Pack.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Blount 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 Bid 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 Mallory Pack at (865) 273-5743. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Food Equipment, Hot Food Serving Counter / Table, Heated Shelf Food Warmer, Serving Counter, Utility, Cold Shelf, Hot Water Dispenser, Tilting Skillet Braising Pan, Electric, Reach-In Refrigerator, Dishtable, Soiled L Shaped, Hose Reel, Dishwasher, Conveyor Type, Clean Dishtable, Removal and Install. 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 best bid, responsive and responsible bidder, conformance to ITB requirements and specifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Blount County?
All active and historical solicitations from Blount County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Blount County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Bid Cover and Contractor License Information Page, Special Provisions, Terms & Conditions, Required Forms, Optional Forms, COI Sample, Bid Bond Form, Background Check Compliance Form, Business Tax & L. Review the full document from Blount 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: Maryville, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.