Plumbing Services

Knoxville's Community Development Corporation (KCDC) is soliciting proposals for plumbing services across its portfolio of 26 properties encompassing approximately 3,600 dwelling units. The Request for Proposals (RFP) Q2520 seeks up to five suppliers to provide supplemental plumbing services on an as-needed, time and materials basis. Suppliers must furnish all necessary labor, service trucks, materials, tools, and equipment to complete plumbing installation, maintenance, and repairs. The contract will span twelve months with four optional annual renewals, typically for projects not exceeding $25,000. Evaluation will occur on a 100-point scale, with 25 points for supplier information and qualifications, 25 points for assigned staff qualifications and experience, 10 points for references, and 40 points for cost. Proposals are due August 27, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. through the Bidnet platform, with suppliers able to quote hourly rates for various labor classifications including plumbing technicians, apprentices, journeymen, and equipment operators at both regular and overtime rates.

The solicitation strongly emphasizes small business outreach, expecting suppliers to engage minority, small, veteran, and woman-owned businesses for subcontracted services. Suppliers will be required to demonstrate their ability to work with diverse business partners and may request annual price increases based on the Producer Price Index, subject to KCDC's approval. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the project scope suggests multiple award potential with individual project values likely under $25,000. Pricing will include hourly labor rates, service truck fees, equipment rental costs, and material markups. KCDC reserves the right to award multiple contracts to ensure comprehensive coverage of its plumbing service needs across its residential properties. The procurement approach allows for flexibility in supplier selection and enables KCDC to maintain a diverse pool of qualified plumbing service providers capable of responding to various maintenance and repair requirements.