Knox County Schools - Construction of New K-8 School - Bid #3772 (2026)
Knox County CAC TransitSpecial District · Knoxville, TN- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 30 days left
- Primary contact
- Donnie Fawver
- (865) 215-5756
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Summary
Knox County Schools is seeking sealed bids for the construction of a new K-8 school located at 1919 Vermont Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37921 (Old Rule High School Site).
Bids are due by December 3, 2026, at 4:00 PM local time. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time at the Knox County Schools Maintenance Building located at 1734 Maryland Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37921. All general contractors must attend the mandatory pre-bid meeting. Written questions are due by November 20, 2026, at 4:00 PM local time. Bidders must be licensed contractors pursuant to the Tennessee Contractor's Licensing Act of 1976. Each bid must include a certified check or bidder's bond for five percent (5%) of the bid amount, and the successful bidder will be required to execute a performance and payment bond for one hundred percent (100%) of the contract price. Plans, specifications, and contract documents can be obtained electronically at no charge from Lewis Group Architects.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Bid envelope cover sheet
- Certified check or Bidder's Bond
- Performance and payment bond
- Submit to
- Knox County Procurement Division, 1000 N. Central Street, Suite 100, Knoxville, TN 37917
- Scope location
- Knoxville, TN
- Reported agency
- Knox County Schools
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Knox County CAC Transit?
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: Knox County Procurement Division, 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 CAC Transit 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 CAC Transit?
All active and historical solicitations from Knox County CAC Transit are tracked and searchable. As a special district agency, Knox County CAC Transit 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, certified check or Bidder's Bond, performance and payment bond. Review the full document from Knox County CAC Transit 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.