Opportunity
Blount County Ionwave #2026-0096
Blount County Seeks Contractor for Dark Island Pedestrian Bridge Rehabilitation
Posted
April 10, 2026
Respond By
May 07, 2026
Identifier
2026-0096
NAICS
237310, 237990
Blount County, Tennessee is seeking bids for the rehabilitation of the Dark Island Pedestrian Bridge in Maryville, TN. - Government Buyer: - Blount County Highway Department (Purchasing Office) - Scope of Work: - Complete demolition and replacement of the existing pedestrian bridge - Includes all labor, materials, services, and equipment as specified in the project drawings and specifications - Minor site preparation and site stabilization required - Products/Services Requested: - Turnkey bridge construction (no specific OEMs or part numbers identified) - Notable Requirements: - Mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit at the Blount County Highway Department Operations Center - Submission of a 5% bid bond with bid - Performance and payment bonds (each 100% of contract value) required - Compliance with Tennessee contractor licensing laws - Provision of affidavits and certifications (Drug-Free Workplace, Buy America, Iran Divestment, Non-Collusion, etc.) - All applicable taxes (sales, use, excise) must be included in the bid - Liquidated damages of $500 per calendar day for late completion - Eligibility: - Open to all qualified, licensed contractors in Tennessee - No specific OEMs or named vendors are required or preferred for this project.
Description
Blount County, Tennessee, on behalf of the Blount County Highway Department, is soliciting bids for the rehabilitation of the Dark Island Pedestrian Bridge. The project involves replacing the existing bridge with a new structure, including demolition, reconstruction, minor site preparation, and site stabilization. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit will be held on April 22, 2026, and bids are due by May 7, 2026. Bidders must be licensed contractors and provide required bonds and affidavits as specified.