Lake City Elementary Doorway

Anderson County Government in Tennessee is seeking bids for a doorway installation project at Lake City Elementary School, located at 402 Lindsay Street in Lake City. The procurement is a Request for Bids (Bid #2610) targeting contractors capable of installing a doorway in a masonry load-bearing wall. Required deliverables include providing all necessary materials such as the door, lockable handle, and associated hardware. Contractors must demonstrate the ability to coordinate work with the school department and schedule installation to minimize disruption to daily school activities. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for 10:00 AM Eastern Time on November 6, 2025, with bid submissions due by 2:30 PM Eastern Time on November 18, 2025. Bidders must possess a valid Tennessee contractors' license and provide comprehensive documentation including diversity business information, insurance certificates, background check compliance forms, drug-free workplace affidavits, and conflict of interest statements.

The contract opportunity emphasizes participation from diverse business enterprises, particularly minority and women-owned businesses. Contractors must comply with Tennessee state regulations regarding non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment. Performance requirements include providing a performance bond, commercial general liability insurance, and workers' compensation coverage. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, contractors must meet stringent insurance and bonding requirements that suggest a professional-grade project. The bid documents include anti-boycott clauses and specific provisions about school cafeteria bidding requirements, indicating a comprehensive regulatory framework. Potential bidders must also submit background check compliance documentation and adhere to drug-free workplace laws, demonstrating the county's commitment to maintaining high professional standards for contractors working in educational environments.