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Welcome to EPB. We invite vendors who meet the necessary qualifications outlined in the request to submit their bids or proposals. Here, you will discover a comprehensive list of our currently open competitive bids and proposals available for your review.

To express your interest in participating, simply follow these steps:

  1. Click on the “Bid or RFP Owner’s” link provided.
  2. In the subject line of your email, include the Bid or RFP# and a brief description.
  3. Within the body of the email, kindly request a copy of the proposal you've selected.

For any questions or clarification, please reach out directly to the designated Bid or RFP Owner listed in the posting. Thank you for considering EPB—we look forward to connecting with you.

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Dell Isilon Support Renewal

RFP-16036

The purpose of this RFP is to extend existing support for Dell Isilon equipment. EPB seeks pricing for both 6 months and a one-year (Nov 2025 – Nov 2026) support agreement along with pricing for different level of support. This support contract must cover the whole Isilon stack with software and hardware. EPB is requesting bids for both ProSupport Plus and ProSupport levels of support.

RFP Owner: Chris Yancey

Issue Date: 9/15/2025

Due Date: 10/3/2025 @ 2:00 PM EST

Vehicle Rental/Lease

RFP-16026

EPB (Electric Power Board) is seeking proposals for the lease or rental of up to five white AWD or 4WD compact or subcompact pickup trucks—such as the Ford Maverick, Ranger, Nissan Frontier, or equivalent—for an initial term of one year with four optional annual renewals. Vehicles must feature extended or crew cabs and meet specific availability and delivery expectations. Vendor responses should include a detailed cost breakdown, responsibilities for maintenance and repairs, insurance requirements, reporting and fleet tracking options, early termination provisions, and customer support infrastructure. Clear documentation on cost adjustment policies and issue resolution procedures is also expected.

RFP Owner: Jaime Shelton

Issue Date: 7/27/2025

Due Date: 9/19/2025

Fiber Vans- Qty of Two (2)

RFP-16055

Must be new and never titled (Please State Model Year)

RFP Owner: Jaime Shelton

Issue Date: 9/21/2025

Due Date: 10/8/2025

F550 Cab and Chassis- QTY of Two (2)

RFP-16054

Must be new and never titled, looking for a QTY of two F5500 Cab and Chassis per specifications.

RFP Owner: Jaime Shelton

Issue Date: 9/21/2025

Due Date: 10/8/2025

Ford Maverick Pickups- QTY of Two (2)

RFP-16053

Must be new and never titled, looking for a QTY of Two Ford Maverick Pickups.

RFP Owner: Jaime Shelton

Issue Date: 9/21/2025

Due Date: 10/8/2025

Distributed Energy Resource Management System (DERMS)

RFP-16048

EPB Fiber Optics (EPB) is seeking to implement a DERMS solution to assist in managing our growing fleet of energy storage and distributed generation systems. The DERMS solution would need to be tightly integrated with EPB’s existing SCADA system through which all DER assets are currently monitored and controlled. The DERMS solution will also need to be integrated with applications that EPB will use for managing in-home devices as well as EV charging.

RFP Owner: Laura Williams

Issue Date: 9/15/2025

Pre-Bid Meeting (Optional - Microsoft Teams): 9/24/2025 @ 9:00 AM EST

Due Date: 10/20/2025

RFI Language Translation Services

RFP-16047

EPB Fiber Optics (EPB) is evaluating its language interpreting services. We currently have 6 dedicated call centers, three of which are 24/7/365 requiring around the clock translation. EPB currently has dedicated Spanish speaking representatives and utilizes a third-party service for interpretation outside of traditional business hours and for other needed languages. EPB is looking to gain customer satisfaction and efficiency by utilizing AI in addition to traditional translation services.

RFP Owner: Jaime Shelton

Issue Date: 9/14/2025

Due Date: 10/7/2025

Installaion and Maintenance of field service overhead and underground lines

RFP-16046

EPB Fiber Optics (EPB) is looking for a contractor to provide Journeymen Linemen for service contruction, service metering, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electric system and to assist in other phases of work across the organization.

RFP Owner: Laura Williams

Issue Date: 9/8/2025

Pre-Bid Meeting (Optional): 9/17/2025 @ 10:00 AM EST

Due Date: 10/7/2025 @ 2:00 PM EST

MOC Transformer Repair/Rewind

RFP-16045

One of the single phase power transformers at EPB's Moccasin Substation in Chattanooga failed recently. EPB is seeking proposals for the rewind and repair of this transformer. The transformer is a single phase, three winding transformer that is part of a three phase bank. The specifications and drawings are provided as attachments.

RFP Owner: Laura Williams

Issue Date: 9/15/2025

Pre-Bid Meeting (Optional): 9/25/2025 @ 1:30 PM

Due Date: 10/14/2025 @ 2:00 PM EST

Relay Panels for Aetna Mountain Substation

RFP-16044

Design, manufacture, test, and deliver substation relay panels to the EPB Aetna Mountain Substation. Detail schematics and panel point-to-point wiring diagrams will be prepared by the Engineer and will be provided to the Seller upon contract award.

RFP Owner: Laura Williams

Issue Date: 9/8/2025

Due Date: 9/27/2025 @ 2:00 PM EST

480v Switchgear for Energy Storage Sites

RFP-16043

EPB Fiber Optics (EPB) is installing energy storage equipment at multiple sites which require 480v switchgear to be installed between the energy storage system and the step-up transformer. EPB plans to purchase 24 units in this RFP.

RFP Owner: Kristin Copeland

Issue Date: 9/15/2025

Pre-Bid Meeting (Microsoft Teams): 9/25/2025 @ 1:00 PM EST

Due Date: 10/14/2025 @ 2:00 PM EST

UG Secondary, Metering and EV Site Installation

RFP-16028

The Contractor shall provide all materials (excluding EV chargers and pedestals supplied by EPB unless otherwise stated) and perform secondary excavation, conduit installation, backfill, and installation of meter panels, disconnects, and breaker panels per site specifications. Responsibilities include pouring concrete pads if required, installing EPB-supplied chargers and mounting hardware, and restoring affected areas to pre-construction condition, excluding final site landscaping, which is the customer’s responsibility.

RFP Owner: Jaime Shelton

Issue Date: 8/17/2025

Pre-Bid Meeting (Virtual - Microsoft Teams): 9/5/2025 @ 3:00 PM EST

Due Date: 9/19/2025 @ 2:00 PM EST

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