Greene County Wheel Loader BABA Compliant Bid No. 116-1297 2026
Greene CountyCounty · Greeneville, TN- Due
- Sep 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 1, 2026
- Duration
- 60 months
- Primary contact
- Krystal Justis
- (423) 798-1700
The 30-second brief
The Greene County Purchasing Department is soliciting formal bids for a Caterpillar 938 Wheel Loader or equivalent for its Solid Waste department under Bid No. 116-1297. The equipment must be Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act certified compliant. Required specifications include cab heat and air, a waste handling package (cylinder, undercarriage, light, and cab guards), solid tires, extra counterweight, auxiliary third function lines, rear object detection, 360 cameras, and a fusion coupler. The bid also requires a 60-month/5,000-hour warranty or equivalent. Bids are due by September 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the Greeneville, TN office. The contract is a one-time purchase, and no bid deposit or performance bond is required for this solicitation.
BABA certification, Price, Warranty details, Availability, Delivery timeline
Price and other factors considered most advantageous to the County
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Summary
The Greene County Purchasing Department is soliciting formal bids for a Caterpillar 938 Wheel Loader or equivalent for its Solid Waste department under Bid No. 116-1297.
The equipment must be Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act certified compliant. Required specifications include cab heat and air, a waste handling package (cylinder, undercarriage, light, and cab guards), solid tires, extra counterweight, auxiliary third function lines, rear object detection, 360 cameras, and a fusion coupler. The bid also requires a 60-month/5,000-hour warranty or equivalent. Bids are due by September 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the Greeneville, TN office. The contract is a one-time purchase, and no bid deposit or performance bond is required for this solicitation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price and other factors considered most advantageous to the County
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- BABA certification
- Price
- Warranty details
- Availability
- Delivery timeline
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Drug Free Workplace Affidavit
- Insurance Checklist
- Bidder's Checklist
- Submit to
- 204 N. Cutler St., Suite 209, Greeneville, TN 37745
- Scope location
- Greeneville, TN
- Reported agency
- Greene County Purchasing Department
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Greene County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 10, 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: 204 N. Cutler St., Suite 209, Greeneville, TN 37745. For questions, contact Krystal Justis.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Greene 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 Krystal Justis at (423) 798-1700. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: BABA certification, Price, Warranty details, Availability, Delivery timeline. 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: "Price and other factors considered most advantageous to the County" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Greene County?
All active and historical solicitations from Greene County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Greene 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 60 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Drug Free Workplace Affidavit, Insurance Checklist, Bidder's Checklist. Review the full document from Greene 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: Greeneville, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.