State of Tennessee Emergency Debris Removal Services RFP 32110-82026 Amendment 5
Tennessee Highway Patrol | State of TennesseeState · Nashville, TN- Due
- Sep 4, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 27, 2026
The 30-second brief
The State of Tennessee Department of General Services is soliciting proposals for RFP # 32110-82026 for Emergency Debris Removal Services. The scope includes debris removal, hauling, and reduction (burning, grinding, or chipping) following disasters or emergency events. Services cover vegetative debris, construction and demolition (C&D) debris, household hazardous waste (HHW), white goods, and waterway debris removal across the entire state. Respondents must possess and maintain HC-H and HC-5 licenses (or an HC license) issued by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance at the time of submission. The state intends to award up to three statewide contracts. Proposals are due by September 4, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time. Evaluation factors include response time, mobilization capability, cost, and capacity.
Response time, mobilization capability, estimated time to completion, cost, capacity, project-specific requirements
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Summary
The State of Tennessee Department of General Services is soliciting proposals for RFP # 32110-82026 for Emergency Debris Removal Services.
The scope includes debris removal, hauling, and reduction (burning, grinding, or chipping) following disasters or emergency events. Services cover vegetative debris, construction and demolition (C&D) debris, household hazardous waste (HHW), white goods, and waterway debris removal across the entire state. Respondents must possess and maintain HC-H and HC-5 licenses (or an HC license) issued by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance at the time of submission. The state intends to award up to three statewide contracts. Proposals are due by September 4, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time. Evaluation factors include response time, mobilization capability, cost, and capacity.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Response time
- Mobilization capability
- Estimated time to completion
- Cost
- Capacity
- Project-specific requirements
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Technical Response
- Cost Proposal
- Reference Questionnaire
- Evaluation Model
- Price List
- Reported agency
- State of Tennessee
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Tennessee Highway Patrol | State of Tennessee?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 4, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Tennessee Highway Patrol | State of Tennessee 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 RFP 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.
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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: "Response time, mobilization capability, estimated time to completion, cost, capacity, project-specific requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: Technical Response, Cost Proposal, Reference Questionnaire, Evaluation Model, Price List. Review the full document from Tennessee Highway Patrol | State of Tennessee for the complete list.