Cocke County - Engine Replacement 2013 Caterpillar Grader - 2026
Cocke CountyCounty · Cocke County, TN- Due
- Sep 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Anette Merica
- (423) 623-8791
The 30-second brief
Cocke County Highway Department seeks sealed bids for comprehensive engine replacement services and parts for a 2013 Caterpillar 12M2 Grader, Serial #R9S00155. The scope of work encompasses electrical and hydraulic components, lighting, fuel and filtration, air systems, pumps and hoses, engine parts, engine replacement and coolant system service using a remanufactured long block, core charge, pressure check and clean radiator, plus fluids, supplies, freight, shop fee, and labor. Sealed bids are due by September 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time at the Cocke County Finance Department, 141 Western Plaza Way, Newport, TN 37821. Vendors must submit itemized pricing, total project cost, estimated completion timeline, warranty information, proof of insurance, and required compliance statements.
Caterpillar Grader Parts; Engine Parts; Engine Replacement & Coolant System; Fluids, Supplies, And Additional Costs
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Summary
Cocke County Highway Department seeks sealed bids for comprehensive engine replacement services and parts for a 2013 Caterpillar 12M2 Grader, Serial #R9S00155.
The scope of work encompasses electrical and hydraulic components, lighting, fuel and filtration, air systems, pumps and hoses, engine parts, engine replacement and coolant system service using a remanufactured long block, core charge, pressure check and clean radiator, plus fluids, supplies, freight, shop fee, and labor. Sealed bids are due by September 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time at the Cocke County Finance Department, 141 Western Plaza Way, Newport, TN 37821. Vendors must submit itemized pricing, total project cost, estimated completion timeline, warranty information, proof of insurance, and required compliance statements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest and best bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Caterpillar Grader Parts
- Engine Parts
- Engine Replacement & Coolant System
- Fluids, Supplies, And Additional Costs
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
11- Vendor Information Sheet
- Non-Collusion
- Independent Price Determination
- Non-Discrimination
- Non-Debarment & Lobbying Affidavit
- Drug-Free Workplace Affidavit
- Affidavit - Individual
- Statement of Compliance Certificate of Illegal Immigrants
- Certificate of Compliance - Iran Divestment Act
- Certificate of Insurance issued by the Contractor's Insurance Company
- Non-Boycott of Israel Certification
- Submit to
- Cocke County Finance Department, 141 Western Plaza Way, Newport, TN 37821
- Scope location
- Newport, TN
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Cocke County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 24, 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: Cocke County Finance Department, 141 Western Plaza Way, Newport, TN 37821. For questions, contact Anette Merica.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Cocke 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 ITB 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 Anette Merica at (423) 623-8791. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Caterpillar Grader Parts; Engine Parts; Engine Replacement & Coolant System; Fluids, Supplies, And Additional Costs. 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 bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Cocke County?
All active and historical solicitations from Cocke County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Cocke 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 ITB?
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: Vendor Information Sheet, Non-Collusion, Independent Price Determination, Non-Discrimination, Non-Debarment & Lobbying Affidavit, Drug-Free Workplace Affidavit, Affidavit - Individual, Statement of Co. Review the full document from Cocke 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: Newport, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.