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Tennessee Government Bids & RFPs
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- Closing this week
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This page shows open Tennessee bids from state agencies, the university system, counties and their school systems, and cities, as well as recently closed solicitations and contract awards.
Tennessee Bids and Bidding Guide
Tennessee state agencies publish solicitations through the Central Procurement Office, whose Invitations to Bid listing is the first place to check. The University of Tennessee System runs a separate posting board, and the state's 95 counties and its cities each buy on their own. This guide covers where each posts, and what the major Tennessee cities actually buy — because the answer differs sharply between Nashville, Memphis and Clarksville.
Where Are Tennessee RFPs Posted?
- Central Procurement Office — Invitations to Bid — current state agency solicitations on tn.gov, filterable by industry and area of interest.
- University of Tennessee System posting board — a separate board covering the UT System's own purchasing.
- TDOT — highway, bridge and transportation lettings, with prequalification for construction contractors.
- 95 county governments — county services, roads, schools and health. Separate vendor lists.
- City portals — Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga and the rest, each with its own procurement office.
- Federal channels — Fort Campbell near Clarksville, which posts on SAM.gov, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory near Knoxville, which buys through its own contracts division. Neither appears on state listings.
One bookmark worth keeping: the University of Tennessee's current bids list on its procurement site. UT procurement is entirely separate from the Central Procurement Office and needs watching directly if higher education is a target.
What Do You Need Before You Can Bid in Tennessee?
- Register as a supplier with the Central Procurement Office and set the categories that describe what you sell, so notices reach you rather than relying on a checking habit.
- Register separately with the University of Tennessee System if higher education is part of your plan. Its board and its vendor list are independent of the state's.
- Start TDOT prequalification if you do transportation construction. It runs separately, so start it well before a letting.
- Add the cities and counties you actually serve, and decide about federal. Around Clarksville and Oak Ridge, federal work is a major market.
Which Tennessee Cities Issue the Most RFPs?
Tennessee's regions buy very differently from one another, so the city you target matters more than the industry you are in.
- Nashville — the capital and largest city: music and entertainment, healthcare, education, and the infrastructure a fast-growing metro needs.
- Memphis — logistics and transportation above all, given its position on the Mississippi and its role as FedEx's global base.
- Knoxville — manufacturing, energy and healthcare, plus the UT flagship campus and Oak Ridge National Laboratory nearby in Oak Ridge.
- Chattanooga — manufacturing and technology: infrastructure projects, municipal broadband and industrial initiatives.
- Murfreesboro — one of the fastest-growing cities in the state and now among its largest: healthcare, retail development, schools and roads.
- Clarksville — next to Fort Campbell: base support, defense-adjacent construction and logistics.
- Franklin — affluent Nashville suburb: healthcare, technology and retail services.
- Johnson City — a healthcare hub in the northeast: medical services and equipment procurement.
- Jackson and Bartlett — West Tennessee: manufacturing, agriculture and education in Jackson; suburban services in Bartlett.
How Do You Track Tennessee Bids Across Every Source?
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Where Should You Start With Tennessee RFPs?
- Register with the Central Procurement Office and bookmark the Invitations to Bid listing.
- Pick a region. Nashville healthcare, Memphis logistics and Knoxville energy work reward completely different credentials, and Tennessee is spread out enough that trying to cover all three usually means covering none well.
- Add the University of Tennessee board or the federal channels if either matches what you sell. Both carry steady volume and neither appears in state listings.
Tennessee is really three or four regional markets stacked under one state system. The vendors who do well here chose a region, registered in the right places, and stopped treating the state portal as the whole picture.
FAQs
Where are Tennessee RFPs posted?
The Central Procurement Office publishes state agency solicitations, including its Invitations to Bid listing on tn.gov. The University of Tennessee System runs a separate posting board for its campuses, and Tennessee's 95 counties and cities advertise on their own portals.
Which Tennessee cities have the most contracting activity?
Nashville leads, with music, entertainment, healthcare and education driving demand. Memphis follows, weighted heavily toward logistics and transportation. Knoxville and Chattanooga carry manufacturing and energy work, and Murfreesboro is one of the state's fastest-growing cities.
What kind of contracts does Memphis issue?
Memphis is a major transportation and logistics hub thanks to its position on the Mississippi and its role as FedEx's global base. Logistics, distribution, warehousing and transportation infrastructure dominate, alongside the usual municipal facilities and services work.
Are there federal contracting opportunities in Tennessee?
Yes. Clarksville's economy centers on Fort Campbell, which generates sustained demand for base support, construction and logistics. Oak Ridge, near Knoxville, adds federal energy and research contracting through its national laboratory. Fort Campbell posts on SAM.gov, and Oak Ridge National Laboratory buys through its own contracts division; neither uses the state system.
Do Tennessee universities issue their own RFPs?
Yes. The University of Tennessee System maintains its own procurement posting board covering research, construction, facilities management and services across its campuses — entirely separate from the state's Central Procurement Office listings, with its own registration.
What industries win the most Tennessee contracts?
Healthcare is a major category, particularly around Nashville and Johnson City. Logistics and transportation concentrate in Memphis, manufacturing and energy in Knoxville and Chattanooga, and defense-related work around Clarksville. Education contracting runs statewide.
Do I need to register to bid on Tennessee contracts?
Yes. Register as a supplier in Edison, the state's system, and set your category codes so notices reach you. The University of Tennessee System keeps its own vendor list, and TDOT requires prequalification for transportation construction.
How many Tennessee bids close this week?
50+ open Tennessee bids close in the next seven days.
Does this include federal opportunities in Tennessee?
Yes. 19 open federal solicitations from SAM.gov and other federal sources name Tennessee as the place of performance. They are listed in their own section on this page.
Open Tennessee bids
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- Talent Acquisition Suite
The State of Tennessee’s Department of Human Resources is seeking a vendor to provide a comprehensive Talent Acquisition Suite – a software…
- Motor Oils/ Hydraulic, Transmission & Diesel Exhaust Fluids/, & Other Lubricants
The solicitation calls for the provision of a broad range of lubricants—including motor oils, hydraulic fluids, transmission fluids, diesel…
- WORKER'S COMPENSATION COVERAGE FOR E-911
The Knox County Emergency Communications District is seeking a qualified insurer or broker to provide Workers’ Compensation insurance…
- COBRA Administration Services
The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County seeks a vendor to provide comprehensive COBRA administration services for its…
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- 2026 Fall Demolitions
The City of Kingsport is seeking bids to demolish two mobile‑home trailers, clear the sites, dispose of all debris, and prepare the lots for…
- Fish Food: TWRA
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) seeks a single vendor to supply a large volume of commercial fish feed for its hatchery and…
- Fish Food; TWRA
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) is seeking a single vendor to supply a comprehensive range of commercial fish feed for its…
- Source of Supply for Paint - Blanket Order
Middle Tennessee State University is issuing a sealed Invitation to Bid (ITB) for a blanket order to supply interior paint and related…
- Marketing and Communication Services RFP
Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) is seeking qualified vendors to provide comprehensive marketing and communications services…
- ITQ 2026-16 Flange and Check Valves w/gaskets
The City of Johnson City is requesting quotations for the procurement of three 12‑inch ductile‑iron gate valves, three 12‑inch swing‑check…
- RFQ - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Services
Tennessee Tech University seeks a qualified vendor to deliver on‑site psychiatric‑mental‑health nurse practitioner services to students and…
- TDOT Safety Accessories
The State of Tennessee Department of Transportation is seeking a single vendor to supply a broad catalog of high‑visibility personal…
- RFQ - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Services (PMHNP)
Tennessee Tech University seeks a qualified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) to provide onsite mental‑health clinical…
- Grounds Maintenance and Landscaping Services
Tennessee State University (TSU) is seeking qualified vendors to provide comprehensive grounds maintenance and landscaping services for its…
- TDOT Safety Accessories
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is issuing a five‑year contract to a single vendor for the supply of high‑visibility…
- Fire Alarm Monitoring Services
The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County is seeking a qualified contractor to provide 24 × 7 × 365 fire alarm monitoring…
- Sam Ridley Pkwy @ I-24 East Bound Ramp Signalization
The Town of Smyrna is seeking a qualified, Tennessee‑licensed contractor to provide a complete traffic‑signal upgrade at the Sam Ridley…
- Kingsport Aquatic Center Pool Lighting, Sprinkler Head, and Video Board Replacement
This solicitation seeks a qualified contractor to replace the pool lighting system, upgrade sprinkler heads, and install a new video…
- Winter Road Clearing Services
The City of Jackson, Tennessee seeks qualified contractors to provide winter road clearing services on a standby basis, activating snow and…
- Purchase, Delivery, and Installation of an Indoor Walk-In Freezer System
The City of Murfreesboro is seeking a qualified vendor to supply, deliver, install, start‑up, test, and commission a single indoor walk‑in…
- Bower Lane Sidewalk Project
The City of Cleveland (TN) is soliciting sealed bids for the complete design‑build of the Bower Lane Sidewalk Improvement Project. The scope…
- Fire Alarm Inspections
The Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) is seeking a contractor to provide comprehensive fire‑alarm inspection, testing, and…
- Bulk Fuel
The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County is seeking qualified fuel suppliers for an…
- Henry Horton S.P. Camp Store Renovation
The State of Tennessee seeks a qualified contractor to fully renovate the Camp Store at Henry Horton State Park, including demolition…
- Bus Wash System Modernization
WeGo Public Transit is seeking a qualified contractor to provide construction services for the bus wash system modernization project. The…
- Henry Horton S.P. Camp Store Renovation
This sealed bid invitation seeks a qualified contractor to fully renovate the Henry Horton State Park camp store. The scope includes…
- Online Auction TMA Vans
Williamson County is holding an online auction for the sale of surplus TMA vans. The auction will begin on October 14, 2025, and end on…
- STAGE RENTALS FOR KNOX COUNTY SCHOOLS GRADUATIONS
This solicitation seeks a vendor to provide complete stage rental packages—including stage platforms, risers, turf, ramps, pipe-and-drape…
- ITB 6930 Alarm System Monitoring/Maintenance Service Contract
The City of Johnson City is seeking a qualified, Tennessee‑licensed firm to provide comprehensive alarm monitoring, maintenance, and annual…
- Chickasaw State Park Stem Repair
The State of Tennessee is seeking a qualified contractor to replace the dam stem and repair the riser gate at Chickasaw Lake’s Lajoie Dam in…
- Security Protection Services
The State of Tennessee Department of Children’s Services is seeking an experienced security firm to provide unarmed security protection…
- Mowing Services for City of Franklin, TN Parks Department
The City of Franklin, Tennessee is soliciting qualified contractors to provide comprehensive mowing and vegetation management services for…
- Mowing Services for City of Franklin Park Department
The City of Franklin is seeking qualified vendors to provide comprehensive mowing and grounds‑maintenance services for its park department…
- Meal Preparation and Delivery Services
The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County is seeking a vendor to provide comprehensive meal preparation and delivery…
- Porte Cochere Addition For: Kingsport Senior Center
The City of Kingsport is seeking competitive sealed‑bid contractors to construct a new porte‑cochere addition at the Kingsport Senior…
- Chickasaw Stem Replacement and Riser Gate Repair
The Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation is seeking a qualified contractor to repair the stem and riser gate at Chickasaw…
- Cedars of Lebanon SP Nature Center/Gift Shop Reno
The State of Tennessee is seeking a qualified contractor to completely renovate the Nature Center and Gift Shop at Cedars of Lebanon State…
- PRINTING SERVICES FOR AGING WELL RESOUCE DIRECTORY
The County of Knox is seeking a commercial printer to produce the biennial “Aging Well Resource Directory.” The work involves printing…
- Cedars of Lebanon SP Nature Center/Gift Shop Reno
This solicitation is for the complete renovation of the Cedars of Lebanon State Park Nature Center and Gift Shop in Lebanon, TN. The…
- RFP 102626TW Cordova HS Fire Alarm & Life Safety Systems Upgrade
This solicitation calls for a single‑entity design‑build partner to replace and upgrade the fire‑alarm and life‑safety system at Cordova…
- RFP 102626TW Cordova HS Fire Alarm and Life Safety Systems Upgrade
This solicitation calls for a design‑build contractor to completely replace and upgrade the fire alarm and associated life‑safety systems at…
- Animal Care Center Veterinary Services
The City of Jackson is issuing a Request for Qualifications to identify licensed veterinary service providers capable of delivering…
- Audit Consulting Firm
The City of Jackson is seeking a qualified consulting firm to conduct a comprehensive audit of its internal operations. The scope includes…
- Flea Market Showcase for Jackson Fairgrounds
The City of Jackson is seeking proposals to organize and operate a Flea Market Showcase at the Jackson Fairgrounds. The contract will cover…
- E-ticketing Platform Implementation
The State of Tennessee, through its Department of Transportation, is seeking proposals to design, develop, and deploy an electronic…
- PLSP Wastewater Testing & Monitoring
The State of Tennessee is seeking a qualified contractor to provide ongoing wastewater testing and monitoring services for the Pickwick…
- RFP 102726AW Craigmont HS and White Station ES Cooling Tower Replacements
The Shelby County Board of Education is seeking a design‑build contractor to replace the cooling‑tower systems at Craigmont High School and…
- High Density Bond Pavement Application
The City of Murfreesboro is soliciting sealed bids for the supply and installation of high‑density mineral bond pavement across a variety of…
- Janitorial/Custodial Cleaning and Related Services
Metro is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive janitorial and custodial cleaning services for multiple Metro‑managed…
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Federal opportunities in Tennessee
SAM.gov and other federal solicitations performed in Tennessee.
- Q301-- New Lab Staffing Contract Fiscal Year 2027-Path & Lab
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a fixed‑price IDIQ contractor to provide comprehensive laboratory staffing services at the…
- R--Technical Services Support
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is seeking a contractor to provide Technical Security Support Services. The contractor will assist the…
- INDUSTRY DAY ANNOUNCEMENT Thermal Metrology & Optical Diagnostic Cameras
The Department of War, in support of the Arnold Engineering Development Complex, is hosting an Industry Day to gather innovative, intrusive…
- Ensley Engineer Yard East Connector Bridge
The solicitation calls for the design‑build‑fabrication‑coating‑transport of a new steel East Connector Bridge (two spans, a floating middle…
- 2027 Timber Harvest Arnold AFB, TN
The U.S. Air Force is soliciting qualified timber‑harvesting firms to conduct the FY 2027 timber sale at Arnold AFB, Tennessee. The contract…
Recently closed Tennessee bids
- ITB 6933 Traffic Signal Poles
The City of Johnson City is seeking a vendor to supply two traffic signal poles (22 ft tall) with mast arms of 40 ft and 55 ft, fully…
- QUOTE 2027-135 TDOT PIN 134652.00 (SMALL PURCHASE) PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE
- The Jackson MPO Long Range Transportation Plan
The City of Jackson is issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to identify firms capable of delivering the Jackson MPO Long Range…
- Center Pivot Irrigation System
The City of Murfreesboro is soliciting sealed bids for the supply and installation of a single Center Pivot Irrigation System as defined in…
- COG2027-12 HOLIDAY DECORATIONS & INSTALLATION
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