Knox County - Printing Services for Aging Well Resource Directory - IFB 3769 (2026)
Knox CountyCounty · Knox County, IN- 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
Knox County is requesting sealed bids for printing and delivery services of the biennial Aging Well Resource Directory for the Knox County and Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee's (CAC) Office on Aging. The procurement covers printing services across biennial editions for 2027 and 2029 with estimated print quantities ranging from 50,000 to 60,000 directories, featuring finished dimensions of 5.5 by 8.5 inches, plastic coil binding, stochastic screening, and page counts ranging 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. local time. The initial contract term is two years with the option to renew for two additional years for a total potential contract duration of four years. Evaluation is based on cost (65 points), experience and capabilities (25 points), and delivery (10 points).
Printing and delivery of the Aging Well Resource Directory (2027 and 2029 editions) with quantities of 50, 000, 55, 000, And 60, 000 directories; cost adjustments for page/signature changes (+8 and -8); cost per page and cost per directory based on 262 pages.
Cost 65 Points, Experience & Capabilities 25 Points, Delivery 10 Points
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Summary
Knox County is requesting sealed bids for printing and delivery services of the biennial Aging Well Resource Directory for the Knox County and Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee's (CAC) Office on Aging.
The procurement covers printing services across biennial editions for 2027 and 2029 with estimated print quantities ranging from 50,000 to 60,000 directories, featuring finished dimensions of 5.5 by 8.5 inches, plastic coil binding, stochastic screening, and page counts ranging 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. local time. The initial contract term is two years with the option to renew for two additional years for a total potential contract duration of four years. 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 and delivery of the Aging Well Resource Directory (2027 and 2029 editions) with quantities of 50, 000, 55, 000, And 60, 000 directories; cost adjustments for page/signature changes (+8 and -8); cost per page and cost per directory based on 262 pages.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Vendor information and pricing form
- Knox County business license
- Signed Iran Divestment Act certification
- Signed No Boycott of Israel certification
- Signed Tennessee Procurement Protection Act certification
- Hard copy sample(s) of similar work
- Attachment A (Cost)
- 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 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 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 and delivery of the Aging Well Resource Directory (2027 and 2029 editions) with quantities of 50, 000, 55, 000, And 60, 000 directories; cost adjustments for page/signature changes (+8 and -8); cost per page and cost per directory based on 262 pages.. 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 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 form, Knox County business license, signed Iran Divestment Act certification, signed No Boycott of Israel certification, signed Tennessee Procurement Protection Act cert. 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.