40100 - Cannon County Road Modifications

The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is issuing an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for Cannon County Road Modifications, specifically focusing on roadway excavation and compaction services to prepare for the construction of two left turn lanes. The project requires a single contractor to complete site preparation work, with mandatory pre-bid site inspections required to take exact measurements and examine the premises. Bidders must submit responses through the State's Supplier Portal (EDISON) between December 22, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST and January 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with all work to be completed prior to March 1, 2026. Key deliverables include precise excavation and compaction services to support future road infrastructure improvements. Prospective contractors must submit written questions by January 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. CT and will be evaluated primarily on pricing (weighted at 100%) and their ability to meet the project completion deadline. Bidders must hold valid Tennessee contractor licenses and provide documentation of sales and use tax registration with the Tennessee Department of Revenue.

The procurement opportunity does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must comply with prevailing wage requirements outlined in Tennessee Code Annotated Section 12-4-401 through 12-4-415 for highway construction projects. A payment bond equal to twenty-five percent of the maximum liability amount is required to guarantee payment to subcontractors, laborers, and material suppliers. The State reserves the right to conduct negotiations with responsive and responsible bidders and may reject any or all responses at its discretion. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the contract is structured as a one-time purchase with a firm offer period of ninety days. Contractors must provide unit pricing for excavation and preparation work and certify that their bids are made without collusion or fraud. The procurement contact is Joshua Polk, who can be reached at 615-360-4460 or Joshua.Polk@tn.gov, and bidders needing technical assistance with the EDISON portal can contact the Help Desk at 866-376-0104 or 615-741-4357.