Vault Expansion - Military - Dickson

The State of Tennessee's Central Procurement Office is soliciting bids for a vault expansion project at the Military Dickson facility located in Dekalb County. The procurement, identified as Event ID 34101-0000013721, requires vendors to submit bids through the Edison system for a one-time expansion of an existing arms vault by 254 square feet. The project scope involves complex security infrastructure modifications, including removing existing doors and frames, infilling wall openings with 8" reinforced CMU, installing expanded metal security coverings, replacing flooring, adding a new dehumidifier, updating lighting, and integrating electronic security systems. The project is referenced against AR 190-11, Appendix G, Paragraph G-2, which provides criteria for arms storage facilities. Key procurement dates include a bid period from 09/04/2025 11:40:00 CDT to 09/18/2025 14:00:00 CDT, with a mandatory site visit scheduled for September 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM CT at 155 Bruce Drive, Dickson, TN. Prospective bidders must submit questions by 10:00 AM Central on September 12, 2025, and are required to be registered with the State of Tennessee Supplier Portal prior to contract issuance.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must comply with Tennessee Code Ann. 62-6-119 and provide contractor licensing information for bids over $25,000. Insurance requirements include workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and automobile liability insurance with specific coverage minimums. The contract will be awarded to the lowest cost respondent meeting all requirements, with a maximum budget of $150,000. Vendors must affirm non-discrimination practices, provide contact information, and certify compliance with the Iran Divestment Act. The project requires vendors to provide details such as return goods policy, sales tax registration, and standard warranty period. Federal compliance requirements are included, such as Buy America provisions, Clean Air Act compliance, and regulations related to recovered materials procurement. The owner's Electronic Security Systems vendor will be responsible for installing new sensors and alarms, indicating potential integration with existing security infrastructure.