Knox County - NEW K-8 SCHOOL/KNOX COUNTY SCHOOLS - Bid 3772 (2026)
Knox CountyCounty · Knoxville, TN- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 35 days left
- Posted
- Oct 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Donnie Fawver
- (865) 215-5756
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Summary
Knox County Schools seeks sealed bids for construction of a new K-8 school located at 1919 Vermont Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37921 (Old Rule High School Site).
Project involves general contracting, architectural plans, and specifications obtainable from Lewis Group Architects. Submission deadline is December 3, 2026, at 4:00 PM local time. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM at 1734 Maryland Avenue, Knoxville, TN. Bidders must be licensed contractors under Tennessee law and provide a 5% bid bond and 100% performance and payment bonds. Questions are due in writing by November 20, 2026.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Bid envelope cover sheet
- Tennessee Contractor's License Number
- Certified check or Bidder's Bond (5%)
- Submit to
- 1000 N. Central Street, Suite 100, Knoxville, TN 37917
- Scope location
- Knoxville, TN
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Knox County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 3, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 1000 N. Central Street, Suite 100, Knoxville, TN 37917. For questions, contact Donnie Fawver.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Knox 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 Donnie Fawver at (865) 215-5756. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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 December 3, 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 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 envelope cover sheet, Tennessee Contractor's License Number, certified check or Bidder's Bond (5%). 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.