Knox County Uninterruptable Power Source (UPS) Replacement and Maintenance - Bid 3783 (2026)
Knox CountyCounty · Knoxville, TN- Due
- Dec 15, 2026
- 31 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Christina Beeler
- (865) 215-5772
The 30-second brief
Knox County is seeking bids for Uninterruptable Power Source (UPS) replacement and maintenance services at the Roger D. Wilson Detention Facility located at 5001 Maloneyville Road, Knoxville, TN. The project involves providing, installing, and testing new UPS units, removing existing units and transporting them to Knox County Property Management, and providing a two-year service and maintenance agreement with semi-annual service. Bidders must note the mandatory site visit on November 24, 2026, and a question deadline of November 24, 2026. The submission deadline is December 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time. Evaluation criteria include cost, references, and delivery time.
Symmetra LX 16000 OG AP921, Symmetra LX 16000 AP9215RM, Symmetra LX 8000 AP9215RM, LP 511U, Spare 10 kVA module, Additional work not covered by warranty or maintenance agreement
Cost 60 Points, References 20 Points, Delivery (in business days) 20 Points
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Summary
Knox County is seeking bids for Uninterruptable Power Source (UPS) replacement and maintenance services at the Roger D. Wilson Detention Facility located at 5001 Maloneyville Road, Knoxville, TN. The project involves providing, installing, and testing new UPS units, removing existing units and transporting them to Knox County Property Management, and providing a two-year service and maintenance agreement with semi-annual service.
Bidders must note the mandatory site visit on November 24, 2026, and a question deadline of November 24, 2026. The submission deadline is December 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time. Evaluation criteria include cost, references, and delivery time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Cost 60 Points
- References 20 Points
- Delivery (in business days) 20 Points
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Symmetra LX 16000 OG AP921
- Symmetra LX 16000 AP9215RM
- Symmetra LX 8000 AP9215RM
- LP 511U
- Spare 10 kVA module
- Additional work not covered by warranty or maintenance agreement
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
15- Bid Envelope Cover Sheet
- Factory training certificates and training records
- Drug Free Affidavit
- Insurance Checklist
- Copy of contractor's license
- References
- Detailed description of services
- Labor
- Parts
- Inspections
- Testing
- Authorized dealer/reseller documentation
- Detailed submittal
- Performance Bond
- Payment Bond
- Submit to
- Knox County Procurement Division, Suite 100, 1000 North Central Street, Knoxville, TN 37917
- Duration
- 60 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 December 15, 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) 215-5772. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Symmetra LX 16000 OG AP921, Symmetra LX 16000 AP9215RM, Symmetra LX 8000 AP9215RM, LP 511U, Spare 10 kVA module, Additional work not covered by warranty or maintenance agreement. 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 60 Points, References 20 Points, Delivery (in business days) 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.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 15, 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, Factory training certificates and training records, Drug Free Affidavit, Insurance Checklist, Copy of contractor's license, References, Detailed description of services, labo. 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.
