Knox County - Fishing Pier Installation - BID 3767 (2026)
Knox CountyCounty · Knox County, IN- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- 1 day left
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Taylor Childress
- (865) 215-5774
The 30-second brief
Knox County is seeking a turnkey project for the complete demolition and installation of a new fishing pier at Concord Park, located at 11149 South Northshore Drive, Knoxville, TN 37922. The scope includes constructing a new concrete bulkhead, an 8' x 80' aluminum gangway with aluminum decking and intermittent handrail, eight 8' x 25' floating docks with composite decking and ADA fishing railing, two 8' x 16' floating docks, piling guides, and pilings. Bids are due by October 29, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for October 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time. Evaluation will be based on cost (80 points) and timeline for completion (20 points).
Large Fishing Pier (East), Concrete bulkhead, 8-foot by 80-foot Aluminum Gangway, Eight 8' x 25' floating docks, Two 8' x 16' floating docks, Six Piling Guides, Six Pilings
Cost (80 Points), Timeline for Completion (20 Points)
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Summary
Knox County is seeking a turnkey project for the complete demolition and installation of a new fishing pier at Concord Park, located at 11149 South Northshore Drive, Knoxville, TN 37922.
The scope includes constructing a new concrete bulkhead, an 8' x 80' aluminum gangway with aluminum decking and intermittent handrail, eight 8' x 25' floating docks with composite decking and ADA fishing railing, two 8' x 16' floating docks, piling guides, and pilings. Bids are due by October 29, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time. A non-mandatory site visit is scheduled for October 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. local time. Evaluation will be based on cost (80 points) and timeline for completion (20 points).
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost (80 Points), Timeline for Completion (20 Points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Large Fishing Pier (East)
- Concrete bulkhead
- 8-foot by 80-foot Aluminum Gangway
- Eight 8' x 25' floating docks
- Two 8' x 16' floating docks
- Six Piling Guides
- Six Pilings
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Insurance Checklist
- Drug Free Workplace Certification
- Non-collusion Affidavit of Prime Bidder
- Bid Envelope Cover Sheet
- Submit to
- Knox County Procurement Division, Suite 100, 1000 North Central Street, Knoxville, Tennessee 37917
- Scope location
- Knoxville, TN
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Knox County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 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: Knox County Procurement Division, Suite 100, 1000 North Central Street, Knoxville, Tennessee 37917. For questions, contact Taylor Childress.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Knox County in IN, 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 IFB 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 Taylor Childress at (865) 215-5774. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Large Fishing Pier (East), Concrete bulkhead, 8-foot by 80-foot Aluminum Gangway, Eight 8' x 25' floating docks, Two 8' x 16' floating docks, Six Piling Guides, Six Pilings. 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: "Cost (80 Points), Timeline for Completion (20 Points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Knox County?
All active and historical solicitations from Knox County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Knox 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 October 29, 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 IFB?
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: Insurance Checklist, Drug Free Workplace Certification, Non-collusion Affidavit of Prime Bidder, Bid Envelope Cover Sheet. Review the full document from Knox 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: Knoxville, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.