Issuing Agents for Building and/or Electrical Permits

The State of Tennessee's Department of Commerce and Insurance is seeking qualified entities to serve as Issuing Agents for Building and/or Electrical Permits through solicitation number 33501-262514. The procurement aims to contract with entities capable of issuing electrical and building permits in accordance with Tennessee Compiled Rules and Regulations 0780-02-01 and 0780-02-23. Potential contractors must have a place of business in Tennessee or a contiguous state, be at least 18 years old, and cannot be an electrical or building inspector. The solicitation was issued on July 1, 2025, with a response deadline of June 30, 2026, and the State will complete application evaluations within 30 days of receiving required documentation. The contract will run through June 30, 2030, with the start date contingent on approval by the Commissioner and the Office of the Comptroller. Key deliverables include entering payment information into an online portal, collecting permit fees, and remitting all funds to the State.

Contractors will be compensated through a fee structure allowing up to $5.00 per electrical permit and up to $15.00 per building permit, with the State reimbursing these fees monthly after confirming permit funds have been collected. The solicitation includes provisions for non-discrimination and compliance with state and federal laws, maintaining strict confidentiality and ethical standards for permit issuance. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned, the contract emphasizes equal opportunity and legal compliance. The procurement does not list incumbent vendors or require integration with existing infrastructure. The potential award value is not explicitly stated, but the compensation model suggests ongoing revenue potential for successful contractors based on the volume of permits issued. The contract demonstrates a structured approach to expanding permit issuance capabilities across the State of Tennessee, with clear performance expectations and financial arrangements for selected issuing agents.