Opportunity

Tennessee Department of General Services #32701-13995

Lake Lajoie Dam Stem Repair and Dredging Solicitation – Custom Fabrication and TRIVACO Actuator

Posted

August 24, 2026

Respond By

September 25, 2026

Identifier

32701-13995

NAICS

237990, 332999, 333995

This opportunity involves a specialized repair and upgrade project for Lake Lajoie Dam at Chickasaw State Park, Tennessee. - Government Buyer: - Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation - State of Tennessee Facilities Management, West Tennessee Regional Office - OEMs and Vendors: - TRIVACO (referenced for the Bevel Gear Dual Operation Actuator) - Custom fabrication required for stainless steel stems and bronze nuts - Products Requested: - Custom stainless steel stems (various sizes and threading specifications) - Stem guides (custom dimensions) - Hex coupler nuts, jam nuts, block nuts (bronze, custom specs) - TRIVACO VO1SDT Bevel Gear Dual Operation Actuator (part number: TRIVACO VO1SDT) - Services Requested: - Demolition and removal of existing dam stem and components - Dredging approximately 10 cubic yards of silt to expose the riser gate - Installation of new stem and associated hardware - Training park staff on safe operation - Turnkey delivery, site cleanup, and warranty on workmanship/materials - Unique Requirements: - Custom fabrication for all major components - Compliance with Build America, Buy America provisions - Contractors must hold active Tennessee contractor licenses (HC-D, BC, BC-B, BC-b(sm), or BC-C) - Coordination with park staff for scheduling - Affirmation of non-debarment and non-foreign adversary status - Warranty and site cleanliness required - Performance and payment bonds may be required - Period of Performance: - Work must be completed by January 1, 2027, with delivery due by September 30, 2026 - **No specific OEMs for stems and nuts; custom fabrication is required, but TRIVACO is specified for actuator equipment.

Description

This solicitation is for a contract to furnish all materials, equipment, supplies, and labor necessary to perform dredging and stem repairs at Chickasaw Lake Lajoie Dam located in Chickasaw State Park, Henderson, Tennessee. The work includes demolition of the existing stem and components, dredging approximately ten cubic yards of siltation, and installation of a new stainless steel stem with components to ensure safe operation of the riser gate and control mechanisms. The contractor must comply with all applicable codes, possess the required Tennessee contractor licenses, and complete the work by January 1, 2027. A pre-bid conference is scheduled to provide information and answer questions about the solicitation.

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