Call 026 CN261064

Contract CN261064 is a solicitation by the Tennessee Department of Transportation for the construction of a 1.284-mile State Industrial Access route serving the Eastman Chemical Company in Sullivan County, Tennessee. The scope of work encompasses grading, drainage, paving, signals, and the construction of bridges and retaining walls. A significant portion of the project involves the relocation of electric utilities, including the installation of both overhead and underground electrical distribution systems, poles, conductors, and service equipment. The project must be completed on or before October 31, 2028. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, with a focus on unit price analysis to prevent unbalanced bids. Bidders must be prequalified through the Construction Division and meet strict financial and professional requirements, including a minimum bonding capacity of 5 million dollars and liability insurance of 3 million dollars. Technical requirements mandate the use of domestic pipes and adherence to TDOT and ADA infrastructure standards. Contractors are required to submit a Project Quality Control Plan and comply with the Tennessee Prevailing Wage Act. Bids are submitted electronically via Bid Express, with a deadline of October 2, 2026.