Vault Expansion-UPDATED

The State of Tennessee, specifically the Department of Military, is seeking bids for a vault expansion project located at the Lexington Readiness Center in Gibson County, Livingston Town. This one-time procurement (Event ID: 34101-0000013716) involves expanding an existing vault area by approximately 400 square feet, with two potential design concepts focused on enhancing security and infrastructure. The project requires removing existing doors, frames, and plumbing fixtures, cutting new wall openings, installing reinforced CMU walls, and applying expanded metal security coverings to walls and ceilings. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for September 4, 2025, at 9:30 AM CT, located at 690 Airways Drive in Lexington, TN. Bidders must submit electronic proposals through the Edison system between August 22, 2025, at 9:00 AM CDT and September 17, 2025, at 2:00 PM CDT. Evaluation criteria will include compliance with specifications, meeting security requirements referenced in AR 190-11, and submitting the lowest cost response that meets all project requirements.

The procurement has several restrictions and requirements for potential vendors, including mandatory registration with the State of Tennessee Supplier Portal and compliance with Tennessee Code Ann. 62-6-119, which requires contractor licensing for bids over $25,000. Vendors must provide proof of workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and automobile liability insurance. The contract includes non-discrimination policies and requires vendors to affirm compliance with the Iran Divestment Act. Subcontractor disclosures may be necessary, and vendors must maintain updated supplier information. The project budget is capped at $100,000, with the contract to be awarded to the most cost-effective respondent meeting all specified criteria. Interested vendors can contact Sharon Pope at 615-741-9588 or sharon.pope@tn.gov for additional information. The procurement is subject to funding availability and may be terminated if appropriate funds are not appropriated.