Blount County Health Department- ARPA Funded Generator

The Blount County Health Department is soliciting a qualified General Contractor to replace its existing emergency generator with a new 30 kW natural‑gas standby unit. The scope includes removal and disposal of the old generator, procurement and installation of the new generator, associated piping, electrical connections to the existing transfer switch, fire‑suppression integration, and full commissioning. All work must comply with Tennessee contractor licensing requirements and ARPA funding rules. Bidders must submit a bid bond (5 % of bid) and be prepared to provide performance and payment bonds for the full contract amount. • Remove and dispose of the current generator. • Supply and install a new 30 kW natural‑gas emergency generator with enclosure, controls, battery, and charger. • Provide all mechanical, electrical, and gas‑piping work required for integration with existing systems, including fire‑alarm interfacing. • Perform site mobilization, testing, commissioning, and hand‑over documentation. • Must be a licensed Tennessee general contractor; ARPA compliance (no Davis‑Bacon requirement unless > $10 M). • Mandatory pre‑bid meeting (choose either 9/8 or 9/10 2026). • Bid deadline 9/29/2026; questions due 9/15/2026.