The Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) is seeking bids for a five-year supply agreement for Meter Cabinet DVR Assemblies in Knox County, Tennessee. The procurement, identified by Control #3894A, involves the acquisition of approximately 50 units per year, with an anticipated first order as soon as possible after contract award. KUB will evaluate bids primarily on price and lead times, with all line items designated as FOB Destination, requiring vendors to include shipping and freight charges in unit pricing. Bidders must submit complete proposals through www.Bidnetdirect.com by July 17, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST, with questions due by July 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM. The evaluation criteria will prioritize comprehensive pricing, lead times, and compliance with the specified technical requirements. Vendors must provide detailed documentation, including a completed W-9 and Vendor Application for new bidders, and maintain bid validity for 60 days. KUB reserves the right to reject products not meeting their specifications and to consider alternate manufacturers. KUB actively encourages participation from small businesses, minority-owned, and women-owned business enterprises. Bidders are requested to indicate if they qualify as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Women Business Enterprise (WBE), or Small Business Enterprise (defined as fifty or fewer employees and less than $10 million in annual revenue). The supply agreement includes provisions for potential annual price adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index-Urban (CPI-U), with the Supplier required to submit any proposed price changes 30 days in advance. The contract includes comprehensive insurance requirements, mandating Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Automobile Liability coverage. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the anticipated annual purchase of 50 units suggests a significant multi-year contract value. The agreement includes provisions for termination with 90 days' written notice and requires strict compliance with non-discrimination policies and local, state, and federal regulations.
Name | Description | Size | Type (Click to sort descending) | Posted (Click to sort descending) |
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Evaluation Criteria Sheet.pdf | 136KB | 7/3/25 | ||
Bid_Terms_and_Conditions_4.17.25.pdf | 167KB | 7/3/25 | ||
Invitation Letter.pdf | 220KB | 7/3/25 | ||
Supply Agreement 5.2.25.pdf | 149KB | 7/3/25 |