Nathan Bedford Forrest S. P. (7) Cabin Renovations - UPDATED

The Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation is soliciting bids for a comprehensive renovation project at Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park in Benton County, involving the complete renovation of seven cabins. The project requires a Tennessee Building Contractor with a minimum BC-B (sm) license and encompasses extensive work including bathroom renovations, parking area construction, window and door replacements, electrical and plumbing upgrades, flooring, cabinetry, appliance installations, lighting, and interior/exterior finishes. One cabin will be fully ADA compliant, with the remaining cabins designated as ADA-friendly. The bid solicitation was posted on August 9, 2025, with proposals due by August 26, 2025, at 2:00 pm CDT, and on-site work scheduled between October 1, 2025, and June 1, 2026. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for August 18, 2025, at 10:00 am at the park's office, and written questions must be submitted by August 20, 2025. Evaluation will be based on lowest-cost, responsive bidding that meets all specified requirements and technical specifications.

The contract opportunity includes provisions for diversity business enterprise participation and requires bidders to be registered with the State of Tennessee Supplier Portal. All bidders over $100,000 must provide a payment bond equal to 25% of the contract price and demonstrate active Tennessee Building Contractor licenses for both primary contractors and subcontractors. Insurance requirements include workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and automobile liability coverage. While no specific set-aside designations were explicitly mentioned, the state reserves the right to reject bids based on licensing and other criteria. Contractors must use new Energy Star rated appliances and adhere to specific material brand requirements. The project includes comprehensive warranty provisions, with workmanship warranted for one year and materials warranted according to manufacturer specifications. Though a specific budget range was not detailed, the project is characterized as a one-time, twelve-month purchase with an estimated value exceeding $100,000.