What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe government authority located in Knoxville, Tennessee, requires a vendor to provide parking garage equipment and installation services. The requested scope includes entry lanes, an exit lane, a pay-on-foot station, a slide gate, and proximity card readers. Onsite work performance is required, and only onshore USA vendors are eligible to bid. Bidders must submit responses digitally via email or online, and the buyer is looking for proposal pricing to establish a one-year contract. The buyer will hold a pre-bid conference on October 20, 2026, followed by a site visit on October 21, 2026. Interested parties must submit all questions no later than October 26, 2026.
Scope of work
- Replacement and upgrade of existing parking garage equipment
- Entry and exit lane equipment
- Pay-on-foot stations and slide gates
- Proximity card readers and UHF badge compatibility equipment
- Cloud-based Central Management System implementation
- 24/7 technical support and maintenance services
- Quarterly preventative maintenance program
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Service, Experience, Qualifications, and Capabilities | Not specified |
| Management Plan for the Project | Not specified |
| Equipment and Technical Solution | Not specified |
| Reliability and Maintenance Support | Not specified |
| Integration and Technology | Not specified |
| Sustainability and Future Readiness | Not specified |
| Cost Proposal | Not specified |
Minimum qualifications
- At least five years of related experience in upgrading parking garage equipment
- Proof of authorized dealer or certified installer status for proposed equipment
- Properly licensed in the State of Tennessee and all other authorities having jurisdiction
- Certified equipment operators for equipment utilized under contract
Documents to include with your response
- Proposal Cover (Attachment H)
- Cost Proposal (Attachment B)
- References
- Exceptions to Solicitation
- Insurance Affidavit
- Certification Regarding Debarment for Subcontractors
- Subcontractor Information Form
- Valid business tax license or exemption affidavit
- Copies of applicable licenses and certifications
- Bid Bond (if bid amount is equal to or greater than $100,000.00)
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via Beacon Bid portal or hard copy hand delivery
- Instructions
- Electronic submissions uploaded as two separate files via Beacon Bid portal prior to 11:00:00 a.m. EST. Hand delivery to PBA Procurement Office, Summer Place, 505 Summer Place, Knoxville, TN 37902.