26-026-ITB_Two_(2)_Digester_Tanks_Aeration_Equip_Replacement_-_Ad.pdf

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Two (2) Digester Tanks Aeration Equipment Replacement
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26-026-ITB
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Hart County, Kentucky

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This is a Notice to Bidders issued by the Kenton County Airport Board (KCAB) for the design and furnishing of coarse bubbler aeration equipment to replace existing fine bubbler aeration systems in two digester tanks at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. The project scope includes complete aeration systems with coarse bubble diffusers, diffuser mounting assemblies, air distribution manifolds constructed of Type 304 stainless steel, drop pipes, fittings, supports, and connection components, along with an optional alternate for contractor-provided installation services. A mandatory pre-bid meeting and site visit will be held on Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:00 am at CVG Centre Administrative Offices, 77 Comair Boulevard, Erlanger, Kentucky, with RSVP required by April 22, 2026 through the online bidding portal. Written questions must be submitted by 11:59 pm on Monday, April 27, 2026, with responses posted no later than 11:59 pm on Thursday, April 30, 2026. Sealed bids are due no later than Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 2:00 pm Eastern Time, with bids remaining valid for a minimum of 120 days. The anticipated board approval date is May 26, 2026, with construction completion targeted for November 1, 2026, and equipment delivery required within 24 weeks of design approval with liquidated damages of 1 percent of purchase price per day of delay.

The total appropriations request is $639,000.00, comprising $551,000.00 for equipment costs and $88,000.00 for construction and installation costs, with pricing required as firm fixed, all-inclusive, and delivered FOB Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. Bidders must submit a bid bond equal to 10 percent of the proposed contract amount, a performance bond of 100 percent, and a payment bond of 100 percent, all from surety companies rated at least "A" by Best Insurance Reports and authorized to do business in Kentucky. Equipment manufacturers must demonstrate a minimum of five years of documented experience producing similar coarse bubble aeration systems for industrial or municipal wastewater applications with proven performance through at least three similar installations. This federally funded project mandates compliance with Buy American preferences, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation under 49 CFR Part 26, Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements if installation services are included, Executive Order 11246 affirmative action requirements, and civil rights compliance under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Bidders and subcontractors must submit comprehensive safety documentation including DART rates, Workers' Compensation Experience Modification Rates, OSHA 300 logs, and documentation of any serious or willful OSHA violations. Required certifications include Non-Debarment or Suspension Certification, Buy American Certification, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities Certification, Worker's Compensation Affidavit per Kentucky law, Certification of Tax Delinquency and Felony Convictions, and Certification Regarding Domestic Preferences for Procurements.

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NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Pursuant to the provisions of KRS 424.260, the Kenton County Airport Board (“KCAB”) will receive bids for Two (2) Digester Tanks Aeration Equipment Replacement at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Int’l Airport (“CVG”). Bids will be received no later than Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 2:00 pm. No bids will be accepted after that time unless such date or time is extended pursuant to an addendum issued by

KCAB.

The Project includes the design and furnishing of coarse bubbler aeration systems to replace the existing fine bubbler aeration system in two digester tanks. Further information and copies of the Invitation to Bid (ITB) may be downloaded from our website www.cvgairport.com/bids - KCAB's e- Procurement Portal.

A Pre-Bid meeting and site visit will be held Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:00 am ET, at CVG Centre, Admin. Offices, 77 Comair Blvd., Erlanger, KY 41018. Please RSVP by April 22, 2026, through KCAB’s online bidding system https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cvgairport. Select Two (2) Digester Tanks Aeration Equipment Replacement then click on Events RSVP and provide the name(s) of the person(s) attending.

KCAB reserves the right to waive any informality or irregularity in any bid or bid guaranty, to reject any or all bids, to award or refrain from awarding a contract for the work, and to negotiate with the apparent qualified responsible bidder to such extent as may be beneficial to the Owner.

In accordance with 49 CFR Part 26, bidders shall use good faith efforts to include DBE participation.

Bidders must comply with Executive Order 11246-Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunities; and must adhere to the provisions of: 49 CFR Part 30 – Foreign Trade Restrictions; 49 USC 50101 - Buy American Preference; the Davis-Bacon Requirements; 49 CFR Part 29 – Certification Regarding Debarment and Suspension; 41 CFR § 60-1.8 – Nonsegregated Facilities Requirement;

drug-free workplace requirements, and all other federal grant requirements included within the Bidding and Contract Documents.

KCAB in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. §§ 2000d to 2000d-4), 28 CFR § 50.3, and 49 CFR Part 21, notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, all contractors will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of the owner's race, color, national origin, sex, creed, age, or disability in consideration for an award.

KENTON COUNTY AIRPORT BOARD

Lawrence J. Krauter, Chief Executive Officer

CINCINNATI/NORTHERN KENTUCKY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Hebron, KY 41048 https://www.cvgairport.com/bids https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/cvgairport

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

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