East Tennessee State University –
Request for Quotation
Two Pickleball Courts
RFQ No.
Proposal Issue Date
Response Date/Time
26006
February 24, 2026
March 17, 2026/ 2:00 p.m ET
Contact:
Chloe Erwin – erwincg@etsu.edu
Procurement & Contract Services
1276 Gilbreath Drive B-16
Johnson City, TN 37614
423-439-4668
RFQ 26006
East Tennessee State University
February 24,2026
EAST TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY
REQUEST FOR QUOTATION
East Tennessee State University
Procurement & Contract Services
1276 Gilbreath Drive
Johnson City, TN 37614
Bid No.RFQ 26006
Date: February 24, 2026
Dept: Capital Planning & Facilities
Bid subject to the Minimum General Bid Conditions available at
https://www.etsu.edu/bf/purchasing.php, ETSU Board of Trustees, General Purchasing, Receipt
of Materials, & Payment of Invoices at https://www.etsu.edu/bf/fp.php.
Bids must be received by: March 17, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. ET
Mail Sealed Bids to:
East Tennessee State University
Attn: Chloe Erwin, Procurement Specialist
1276 Gilbreath Drive, B16
Johnson City, TN 37614
Valid bids must be in a sealed envelope with the Bid Number and Title on left bottom corner.
The name of the project, contract number, name, address, and contractor’s license number of
the Bidder, expiration date of the Contractor’s license, the classification applying to this bid,
and date and time of opening.
Unless otherwise requested, quote on each item separately. Provide unit prices. Brand
reference if to establish product quality, functionality, East Tennessee State University is
exempt from state, federal, and local taxes; do not include taxes in quotation. Quote F.O.B.,
East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, Tennessee. Minimum terms: Net 30 days.
Prepayment or deposits not allowed. Quotation must be typewritten or in ink & is to be a
sealed bid. Only sealed bids submitted in paper will be accepted.
(THIS IS NOT AN ORDER)
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RFQ 26006
East Tennessee State University
February 24,2026
Scope of Work – Pickleball Courts Equipment & Electrical Installation (Summation)
Please review TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS and DRAWING set for complete project details.
The selected contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and services necessary
to provide a complete and operational pickleball court equipment and electrical system at the ETSU
Basler Center for Physical Activity, in accordance with the construction documents and applicable codes.
1. Pickleball Court Equipment
• Furnish and install outdoor pickleball equipment including:
o Pickleball posts with ground sleeves
o Nets, center straps, anchor pins, and netting systems
• Posts shall be 3" OD steel with integrated net tightener, top pulley, brass gears, and removable
or folding winder handle
• Finish shall be black powder-coated
• Nets shall be weather-resistant with vinyl-topped binding and vinyl-coated cable
• Provide footing installation and complete anchoring
• Install one complete net system per court
• Equipment shall be Douglas, PW Athletic, Palos Sports, or approved equal
• Provide manufacturer warranties as specified
2. Electrical Work
• Provide a complete electrical system serving the pickleball courts, including but not limited to:
o Electrical service, feeders, panelboards, and branch circuits
o Conduit systems (EMT, RMC, PVC, flexible)
o Copper wire and cable (THHN/THWN)
o Grounding and bonding system meeting NEC requirements and less than 15 ohms
resistance
o Outlet, pull, and junction boxes
o Supporting devices, hangers, and anchors
o Seismic bracing per IBC requirements
• Perform trenching, excavation, backfilling, and restoration as required
• Coordinate with utility providers and obtain all required permits and inspections
3. Codes, Standards & Compliance
• All work shall comply with:
o 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC)
o International Building Code (IBC)
o Applicable local, state, and federal regulations
• Materials shall be UL listed and installed per manufacturer recommendations
4. Submittals
• Product data and shop drawings for all major equipment
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• Seismic restraint calculations and details (if applicable)
• As-built drawings upon project completion
5. Testing & Commissioning
• Perform electrical testing, grounding resistance testing, and system verification
• Correct deficiencies identified during testing at no additional cost
6. Warranty
• Provide a minimum one-year warranty on workmanship
• Provide manufacturer warranties on equipment as specified
7. Coordination & Closeout
• Coordinate work with Owner, Engineer, and other trades
• Maintain a clean job site
• Deliver as-built documentation and warranty information at closeout
BID BOND
A bid security in the amount of five percent (5%) of the bid amount must accompany each proposal by a
Certified Check, Cashier’s Check, or Bid Bond to the East Tennessee State University. The successful
Vendor shall furnish approved Performance and Payment Bonds, each in the amount of one hundred
percent (100%) of the bid amount. Successful vendors are required to comply with the East Tennessee
State University insurance requirements.
All questions concerning this bid must be directed to Chloe Erwin at erwincg@etsu.edu. Deadline for
questions/comments is at 2:00 p.m on March 6, 2026. Reply to questions will be sent to all bidders by
email from Chloe Erwin at erwincg@etsu.edu.
Do not contact Capital Planning & Facilities Services directly with questions/comments.
The intent of this Request for Quotation is to solicit qualified contractors to furnish, install, and warrant
complete outdoor pickleball court equipment and all associated electrical systems in compliance with
ETSU design standards, construction documents, and applicable codes.
Invoices documenting completed work should be turned into Capital Planning & Facilities monthly.
Payment for work not completed is not allowed. The purchase order number is to be included on all
invoices.
NOTE: Include any required documents in your bid response such as evidence of insurance, proof of
TN business license, etc. Required documents not included in the bid will cause the bid to be rejected.
RFQ 26006 Two Pickleball Courts in addition to information listed above must be on the outside of the
bid response envelope.
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RFQ 26006
East Tennessee State University
February 24,2026
PRE-BID WALK
A pre-bid walk will be held on Monday, March 2, 2026, at the Facilities Building Conference Room 101,
located at 1380 Jack Vest Drive, Johnson City, TN. Please reference ETSU Main Campus map on our
ETSU website. Facilities Building Conference Room 101 is located in building 42. Also, please search
parking permit policy to obtain a guest parking permit.
BID OPENING
All sealed bids must be received by ETSU procurement office by 2:00 p.m. on March 17, 2026, located at
ETSU, Dossett Burgin Bldg, Procurement and Contract Services, 1276 Gilbreath Drive, B-16, (Basement)
Johnson City, TN 37614.
Late bids will not be accepted. All bid opening attendee will be required to complete a bid opening sign-
in sheet. Accepted bids will be opened publicly at 2:00 p.m. in the lobby area of Procurement and
Contract services office. Company name and total price will be announced out loud, with full review of
bid requirement compliance to follow.
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This page summarizes the opportunity, including an overview and a preview of the attached documents.