Emergency Electrical Distribution System & Storm Restoration Work & Related Svcs

The Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) is soliciting bids for Emergency Electrical Distribution System and Storm Restoration Work and Related Services through a multi-year agreement set to expire on October 1, 2026. This procurement is specifically targeted at licensed Tennessee contractors who can provide rapid emergency response services for electrical distribution systems during storm events and critical infrastructure challenges. The contract seeks to establish predetermined pricing and communication channels to facilitate quick deployment of services, with the understanding that it will not cover regular daily system maintenance or capital construction work. Qualified contractors must be prepared to enter a non-exclusive agreement that allows for annual pricing updates and potential dispatch during emergency scenarios. Interested parties are required to contact Abbey Marshall at Abbey.Marshall@kub.org to review the complete agreement and contract documents. The solicitation is open to contractors who can demonstrate the capability to respond swiftly to electrical distribution emergencies within Knox County, Tennessee, with a specific focus on storm restoration and emergency electrical infrastructure support. The bid process is currently open, with the final agreement expiration date set for October 1, 2026.

While the procurement documents do not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged business enterprises, the contract is open to all Tennessee-licensed contractors meeting the technical qualifications. The non-exclusive nature of the agreement suggests that multiple contractors may be selected to provide emergency electrical distribution services. No specific budget range or award value is directly stated in the available documentation, though the multi-year agreement implies a potential significant scope of emergency service provisions. The contract appears designed to create a flexible response framework that allows KUB to quickly engage qualified electrical distribution and storm restoration service providers during critical infrastructure events. No incumbent vendors are specifically mentioned, and there are no explicit details about required technology integrations beyond the communication and dispatch protocols outlined in the invitation letter. The procurement is structured to provide KUB with a responsive and adaptable emergency service procurement mechanism that can be activated as needed during electrical distribution emergencies.