Tennessee Department of Transportation Employee Safety Footwear Program RFP 40100-51900, 2026
State of TennesseeState Government · Nashville, TN- Due
- Dec 30, 2026
- 46 days left
- Posted
- Nov 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Kelly Bekele
- (615) 253-1637
The 30-second brief
The State of Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) seeks a qualified vendor to manage an employee safety footwear program for approximately 2,500 field staff across multiple regions and districts statewide. The selected contractor will provide logistical and administrative support including an online footwear store, mobile footwear store units visiting regional and district facilities at least annually, sizing and fit collection, order processing, delivery, returns, exchanges, and customer service. Footwear must meet ASTM F2413-17 standards including compressive and impact ratings, safety toes, slip resistance, and specific height and waterproofing requirements. TDOT provides an annual employee allotment of $140 per eligible employee, with provisions for employee-paid excess amounts and specialty footwear pre-approvals. The response deadline is December 30, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time, with a pre-response conference scheduled for November 18, 2026, and written questions due December 1, 2026.
General Qualifications & Experience (10), Technical Qualifications, Experience & Approach (70), Oral Presentation (10), Cost Proposal (10)
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Summary
The State of Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) seeks a qualified vendor to manage an employee safety footwear program for approximately 2,500 field staff across multiple regions and districts statewide.
The selected contractor will provide logistical and administrative support including an online footwear store, mobile footwear store units visiting regional and district facilities at least annually, sizing and fit collection, order processing, delivery, returns, exchanges, and customer service. Footwear must meet ASTM F2413-17 standards including compressive and impact ratings, safety toes, slip resistance, and specific height and waterproofing requirements. TDOT provides an annual employee allotment of $140 per eligible employee, with provisions for employee-paid excess amounts and specialty footwear pre-approvals. The response deadline is December 30, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time, with a pre-response conference scheduled for November 18, 2026, and written questions due December 1, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Statement of Certifications and Assurances (RFP Attachment 6.1)
- Technical Response & Evaluation Guide (RFP Attachment 6.2)
- Cost Proposal & Scoring Guide (RFP Attachment 6.3)
- Bank reference
- Submit to
- Kelly Bekele, Central Procurement Office, Department of General Services, 312 Rosa L. Parks Ave., Nashville, TN 37243
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Nashville, TN
- Reported agency
- State of Tennessee, Department of Transportation
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from State of Tennessee?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Kelly Bekele, Central Procurement Office, Department of General Services, 312 Rosa L. Parks Ave., Nashville, TN 37243. For questions, contact Kelly Bekele.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including 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.
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 Kelly Bekele at (615) 253-1637. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "General Qualifications & Experience (10), Technical Qualifications, Experience & Approach (70), Oral Presentation (10), Cost Proposal (10)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from State of Tennessee?
All active and historical solicitations from State of Tennessee are tracked and searchable. As a state government agency, State of Tennessee 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 30, 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 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: Statement of Certifications and Assurances (RFP Attachment 6.1), Technical Response & Evaluation Guide (RFP Attachment 6.2), Cost Proposal & Scoring Guide (RFP Attachment 6.3), bank reference. Review the full document from State of Tennessee for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Nashville, TN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
