Geotechnical Investigation Services
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A government authority in Oak Ridge, Tennessee is seeking geotechnical investigation services for a proposed substation site. The selected vendor will perform a subsurface investigation, laboratory testing, soil resistivity testing, engineering analysis, and prepare a signed and sealed geotechnical report.
The work will support grading, foundation, structural, and electrical grounding design for the proposed facility. Required services include laboratory testing and classification of encountered materials to develop design parameters, as well as soil resistivity testing in accordance with the Wenner Four-Electrode Method.
The geotechnical report is expected to include engineering analysis and recommendations such as ultimate and allowable soil bearing pressures for spread footings and pad foundations, along with allowable skin friction and lateral soil resistance or pressure for drilled shaft or caisson foundations. Questions are due by August 19, 2026.
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- When is the submission deadline?
- Submissions are due September 1, 2026.
- Who is a good fit for this opportunity?
- Geotechnical engineering consulting firm with subsurface investigation expertise
- Licensed professional engineering firm able to provide signed and sealed reports
- Experience supporting substation, utility, or other energy infrastructure projects
- Capability to perform laboratory soil testing and classification
- Expertise in soil resistivity testing using the Wenner Four-Electrode Method
- Proven background in foundation design recommendations for spread footings, pad foundations, drilled shafts, and caissons
- Familiarity with public-sector project requirements in Tennessee or the broader United States
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