Pumping Lift Stations

The Tennessee Department of Correction (TDOC) is soliciting bids for pumping lift station services at three correctional facilities in Nashville: Riverbend Maximum Security Institution, DeBerry Special Needs Facility, and Debra K. Johnson Rehabilitation Center. This three-year procurement seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive lift station maintenance, including removing accumulated debris, performing detailed inspections, and ensuring proper waste disposal. The specific service lines include 60 hours of Vacuum Operator services, 48 hours of Septic Operator services, 60 hours of Jetting Operator services, 120,000 gallons of Waste Transport and Disposal, and 30 hours of Additional Operators across TDOC locations in Davidson County. The bid opportunity is open from October 17, 2025, to October 31, 2025, with all services to be delivered by November 5, 2025. Key contractor requirements include maintaining 24/7 availability, providing an emergency on-site response within 4 hours, and a non-emergency response within 24 hours. Evaluation will be based on lowest cost and compliance with all specified requirements.

The procurement does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must complete mandatory responses, including confirming sales tax registration, compliance with the Iran Divestment Act, and disclosing any potential debarment or criminal history. Contractors are required to maintain specific insurance coverages, including commercial general liability, workers' compensation, and automobile liability with defined minimum coverage amounts. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract will have a maximum liability to be specified in the final document. Parts, materials, and supplies will be billed at the contractor's cost plus 15%, with original purchase invoices required for documentation and payment processing. Bidders must submit proposals through the state's EDISON Supplier Portal, using Internet Explorer or Firefox browsers, and can contact Regan Baltasar at Regan.Baltasar@tn.gov or 615-532-6357 with any questions about the bid.