This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Knoxville, Tennessee. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

Flooring and Carpeting Purpose and Scope: The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is issuing this Request for Qualified Suppliers (RFQ-S) with the primary objective of obtaining a diverse and adaptable range of carpet and flooring products that meet our specifications. Our goal is to establish a dynamic, non-restrictive catalog from which FS Construction Project Managers and Maintenance Foremen can select materials. We aim to avoid the limitations of fixed product lists that can become outdated or subject to unexpected price hikes. Instead, we seek to foster an environment where innovation flourishes, allowing us to utilize cutting-edge products apt for unique or challenging situations without encountering additional costs due to non-listed items. Deadline for Questions May 30, 2024. Term: a. The initial term of contracts resulting from this solicitation will be from June 1, 2024 to May 31, 2027 b. The University and winning respondents may renew for up to two additional one year terms, upon mutual agreement. Number of Awards: The University intends to award this solicitation to multiple respondents, unless the University deems it to be in its best interest to award to fewer, or more, respondents. The University retains sole discretion over this decision. The University may cancel this solicitation at any time for any reason. The University's decision to cancel the solicitation is within the University's sole discretion. Extension of the Award: Any organization (third-party entity) may purchase under this agreement, including other universities, local government agencies, and state-government agencies (located in any state within the United States). The third-party entity may negotiate its own terms with the supplier. No Pre-Proposal Conference: The University will not hold a pre-proposal conference for this solicitation.