BIDCLOSED
Save

Knox County - Printing Services for Aging Well Resource Directory - Bid #3769 (2026)

Knox County logoKnox County
Due
Oct 23, 2026
Deadline passed
Posted
Sep 24, 2026
Contract term
2 years
Primary contact
Christina Beeler
(865) 215-5777

The 30-second brief

What they're buying

Knox County and the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee (CAC) Office on Aging are seeking bids for printing and delivery services for the biennial Aging Well Resource Directory for 2027 and 2029. The project requires commercial printing, plastic coil binding, clear covers, black and PMS ink, stochastic screening, and delivery to the L.T. Ross Building in Knoxville, TN. Quantities range from 50,000 to 60,000 directories per edition, with page counts between 262 and 278 pages. Bids are due by October 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time, with questions due by October 8, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Evaluation is based on cost (65 points), experience and capabilities (25 points), and delivery (10 points).

What you must deliver

Printing Services for Aging Well Resource Directory for 2027 and 2029 editions, With quantities ranging from 50, 000 to 60, 000 copies, 262 to 278 pages, Plastic coil binding, And delivery services.

How it's scored

Cost: 65 Points, Experience & Capabilities: 25 Points, Delivery: 10 Points

Hear what Knox County plans next before it's posted.

Get alerts free

Free account · 30-second setup · No credit card

Summary

Knox County and the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee (CAC) Office on Aging are seeking bids for printing and delivery services for the biennial Aging Well Resource Directory for 2027 and 2029.

The project requires commercial printing, plastic coil binding, clear covers, black and PMS ink, stochastic screening, and delivery to the L.T. Ross Building in Knoxville, TN. Quantities range from 50,000 to 60,000 directories per edition, with page counts between 262 and 278 pages. Bids are due by October 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time, with questions due by October 8, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Evaluation is based on cost (65 points), experience and capabilities (25 points), and delivery (10 points).

EVALUATION CRITERIA

3
  • Cost: 65 Points
  • Experience & Capabilities: 25 Points
  • Delivery: 10 Points

REQUIRED DELIVERABLES

Printing Services for Aging Well Resource Directory for 2027 and 2029 editions, With quantities ranging from 50, 000 to 60, 000 copies, 262 to 278 pages, Plastic coil binding, And delivery services.

REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS

7
  • Vendor Information and Pricing forms
  • Knox County Business License
  • Iran Divestment Act certification
  • No Boycott of Israel certification
  • Tennessee Procurement Protection Act certification
  • Samples of similar work
  • Attachment A Cost form
Submit to
Knox County Procurement Division, Suite 100, 1000 North Central Street, Knoxville, TN 37917
Duration
48 months
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 October 23, 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, TN 37917. For questions, contact Christina Beeler.

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 Christina Beeler at (865) 215-5777. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.

What are the key deliverables?

The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Printing Services for Aging Well Resource Directory for 2027 and 2029 editions, With quantities ranging from 50, 000 to 60, 000 copies, 262 to 278 pages, Plastic coil binding, And delivery services.. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.

Show 5 more questions

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: 65 Points, Experience & Capabilities: 25 Points, Delivery: 10 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.

What is the contract term for this solicitation?

The anticipated contract term is 2 years. 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: Vendor Information and Pricing forms, Knox County Business License, Iran Divestment Act certification, No Boycott of Israel certification, Tennessee Procurement Protection Act certification, samples o. 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.

Work in government? Get Civic IQ free →

Start finding government buyers today.
It's free.

B2G and SLED sales intelligence. Surface government procurement signals from 100,000+ state, local, and education agencies months before the RFP.

Get started free

No credit card required