Find Electrical Services RFPs in Tennessee

19 active opportunities· Updated daily

10+ agencies6 set-aside13 with posted budget

Active electrical services opportunities in Tennessee right now come from agencies including Tennessee BidNet Purchasing Group, U.S. Department Of Defense and U.S. Department Of Energy, among others. The nearest deadline is July 16, 2026. New solicitations are added daily — sign up to get the ones matched to your business scored and delivered automatically.

TitleAgencyDue DateSet-AsideEst. Value
Single Source - Radio/Emergency Sirens and Lighting InstallationShelby County2026-07-16$500K
1000/1333 KVA 3-Phase Dry-Type Substation TransformerU.S. Department Of Energy2026-07-20$200K
Industrial Three-Phase Dry-Type Transformers ProcurementU.S. Department Of Energy2026-07-21$500K
Z1DA--Project 626A4-22-104_Video Surveillance Security TVHS VAMC - Alvin C. Yor…VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF2026-07-21SDVOSB$3.5M
NKBI Autotransformer, Control #3940Tennessee BidNet Purchasing Group2026-07-29
WWTA Electrical ServicesHamilton County2026-07-29NONE$450K
West TN Emergency Generator MaintenanceState of Tennessee2026-07-30$250K
West TN Emergency Generator MaintenanceTennessee Department of Disability and Aging2026-07-30$2.5M
Two (2) 30kW GeneratorsTennessee BidNet Purchasing Group2026-07-30
ITB - Relocate and Replace Strain PolesTennessee BidNet Purchasing Group2026-07-30
TEC Dorm LocksU.S. Department Of Defense2026-08-10Total Small Business Set-Aside$200K
Frequency Converter RelocationU.S. Department Of Defense2026-08-11Total Small Business$200K
C222--626-26-101 Upgrade Nashville Generator SystemsU.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs2026-08-14SDVOSB$15.0M
PSXE242022 Repair Facility Exterior LightingU.S. Department Of Defense2026-08-19$1.5M
Repair Emergency Power, B720U.S. Department Of Defense2026-08-27$500K
Emergency Electrical Distribution Damage Assessment and Wire Guarding ServicesTennessee BidNet Purchasing Group2026-10-01
Emergency Electrical Distribution System & Storm Restoration Work & Related SvcsTennessee BidNet Purchasing Group2026-10-01
PSXE232032 Repair Building 340 Electrical SystemU.S. Department Of Defense2027-04-15$3.0M
PSXE242022 Repair Facility Exterior LightingDepartment of the ArmyTBDSBA

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Tips for Winning Electrical Services Contracts in Tennessee

  • EV charging infrastructure installation is a fast-growing segment driven by Executive Order 14057 (federal fleet electrification) and IIJA funding. Position your firm for this work by obtaining EVITP (Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program) certification.
  • OSHA 10-Hour and 30-Hour Construction Safety training certifications are typically required for workers on government electrical projects. Many agencies also require site-specific safety plans as part of the proposal.
  • LED lighting retrofits remain a high-volume opportunity across government facilities. ESCO (Energy Savings Performance Contract) vehicles allow agencies to fund lighting upgrades through guaranteed energy savings — no upfront capital needed.

Electrical Services RFP FAQ

What licenses are required for government electrical contracts?

State electrical contractor licenses are required in most jurisdictions. Journeyman and master electrician licenses for workers. OSHA 10/30-Hour Construction Safety certification. For fire alarm work, NICET (National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies) certification is typically required. State and local jurisdictions may have additional licensing requirements.

How does the Miller Act affect electrical contractors?

The Miller Act (40 U.S.C. §§ 3131–3134) requires performance and payment bonds on federal construction contracts exceeding $150,000. Electrical contractors must provide these bonds, which guarantee project completion and payment of subcontractors and suppliers. Bond premiums are typically 1–3% of contract value and should be factored into bids.

What EV charging opportunities exist in government procurement?

Executive Order 14057 requires the federal fleet to be fully zero-emission by 2035, driving massive EV charging infrastructure investment at federal facilities. The IIJA allocated $7.5 billion for EV charging through the NEVI (National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure) program. GSA, DOD, and federal agencies are all procuring charging station installation. EVITP certification is increasingly required.

How do prevailing wage requirements affect electrical bids?

Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wages apply to federally funded electrical construction contracts over $2,000. Electrician wage classifications include journeyman electrician, inside wireman, and line construction. Rates vary by county — check sam.gov wage determinations. Many states have their own prevailing wage laws for state-funded construction projects.

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