Blount County Highway Department Traffic Signals Upgrade ITB No. 2026-0086 - Traffic Signals Upgrade
Blount CountyCounty · Maryville, TN- Due
- Apr 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 9, 2026
- Duration
- 6 months
- Primary contact
- Candace Whitt
- (865) 273-5748
The 30-second brief
Blount County, Tennessee is seeking bids from TDOT prequalified contractors for traffic signal upgrades at four intersections: William Blount Drive (SR 335) at Big Springs Road, William Blount Drive (SR 335) at County Farm Road, Old Niles Ferry Road at Fairview Drive, and East Broadway Avenue (SR 33) at DeFoe Circle. The work generally includes the removal of existing facilities including poles, span wire, signal heads, cabinets, and cables, and the installation of new cabinets, controllers, 360-degree camera vehicle detection, signal heads, conduit, wiring, pavement markings, pedestrian pushbuttons, and curb ramps. Bids are due by April 8, 2026, at 1:30 PM EST. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting was held on March 17, 2026. Required submissions include a 5% proposal bid bond, TDOT contractor license information, W-9, and completed Blount County required forms including debarment, drug-free workplace, Iran divestment act certification, non-collusion affidavit, and Title VI documentation.
Construction stake, Lines and grades; removal of curb and gutter; erosion control; asphalt pavement repair; saw cutting asphalt pavement; concrete sidewalk (4"); concrete curb ramp (retrofit); concrete curb; concrete combined curb and gutter; traffic control; signs (street name sign, R10-12 left turn yield on green, R10-15 turning vehicles yield to pedestrians); plastic pavement markings (stop line, Turn lane arrow, Longitudinal crosswalk, Straight-turn arrow, Straight arrow); removal of pavement markings (line, Crosswalk, Stop line); enhanced flatline thermo pavement marking (6in line); mobilization; radar detection system removal; removal of signal equipment; signal head assemblies; modify existing electrical service connection; signal cable (5 conductor, 7 conductor); span wire assembly; conduit 2" diameter (PVC schedule 80); vehicle detector (360-degree camera); cabinet (16 phase ATC); controller (16 phase ATC); wood pole (signal support); pedestrian pushbutton horizontal extension; battery backup and power conditioner; seeding (without mulch); water (seeding and sodding)
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Summary
Blount County, Tennessee is seeking bids from TDOT prequalified contractors for traffic signal upgrades at four intersections: William Blount Drive (SR 335) at Big Springs Road, William Blount Drive (SR 335) at County Farm Road, Old Niles Ferry Road at Fairview Drive, and East Broadway Avenue (SR 33) at DeFoe Circle.
The work generally includes the removal of existing facilities including poles, span wire, signal heads, cabinets, and cables, and the installation of new cabinets, controllers, 360-degree camera vehicle detection, signal heads, conduit, wiring, pavement markings, pedestrian pushbuttons, and curb ramps. Bids are due by April 8, 2026, at 1:30 PM EST. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting was held on March 17, 2026. Required submissions include a 5% proposal bid bond, TDOT contractor license information, W-9, and completed Blount County required forms including debarment, drug-free workplace, Iran divestment act certification, non-collusion affidavit, and Title VI documentation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest and best bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
30- Construction stake, Lines and grades
- Removal of curb and gutter
- Erosion control
- Asphalt pavement repair
- Saw cutting asphalt pavement
- Concrete sidewalk (4")
- Concrete curb ramp (retrofit)
- Concrete curb
- Concrete combined curb and gutter
- Traffic control
- Signs (street name sign, R10-12 left turn yield on green, R10-15 turning vehicles yield to pedestrians)
- Plastic pavement markings (stop line, Turn lane arrow, Longitudinal crosswalk, Straight-turn arrow, Straight arrow)
- Removal of pavement markings (line, Crosswalk, Stop line)
- Enhanced flatline thermo pavement marking (6in line)
- Mobilization
- Radar detection system removal
- Removal of signal equipment
- Signal head assemblies
- Modify existing electrical service connection
- Signal cable (5 conductor, 7 conductor)
- Span wire assembly
- Conduit 2" diameter (PVC schedule 80)
- Vehicle detector (360-degree camera)
- Cabinet (16 phase ATC)
- Controller (16 phase ATC)
- Wood pole (signal support)
- Pedestrian pushbutton horizontal extension
- Battery backup and power conditioner
- Seeding (without mulch)
- Water (seeding and sodding)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Attachment B - Bid Cover and Contractor License Information Form
- Attachment E - Blount County Required Forms
- Proposal Bid Bond
- Certificate of Liability Insurance
- Submit to
- https://blounttn.ionwave.net/login.aspx
- 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 April 8, 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. For questions, contact Candace Whitt.
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 Candace Whitt at (865) 273-5748. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Construction stake, Lines and grades; removal of curb and gutter; erosion control; asphalt pavement repair; saw cutting asphalt pavement; concrete sidewalk (4"); concrete curb ramp (retrofit); concrete curb; concrete combined curb and gutter; traffic control; signs (street name sign, R10-12 left tur. 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: "Responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest and best bid" 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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 6 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Attachment B - Bid Cover and Contractor License Information Form, Attachment E - Blount County Required Forms, Proposal Bid Bond, Certificate of Liability Insurance. 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.