Contractor Prequalification Application

Louisville Water Company in Kentucky has initiated a comprehensive Contractor Prequalification Application process for potential bidders interested in construction and service contracts, specifically covering Bath County. The procurement opportunity requires contractors to submit a detailed prequalification application through an electronic portal at https://louisvillewater.bonfirehub.com/portal/, with applications accepted through December 30, 2026. The prequalification process involves six primary contracting categories: Pipeline Contracting, General Contracting, Service Contracting, Building Services, Environmental Services, and Water Treatment/Pumpage/Storage. Contractors must submit multiple documents including a completed Q-37AV application, Employee Personnel Form, Current & Completed Projects Form, Equipment List, two reference sheets per category, a notarized Signature Page, current financial statements, certifications, and a W-9 form. Evaluation criteria include comprehensive documentation of company experience, key personnel qualifications, current and completed project history, equipment inventory, and professional references, with the company recommending that contractors limit applications to a maximum of three categories to expedite processing.

The prequalification application does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though contractors are required to submit affirmative action plans if applicable. No specific incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed in the documentation, and there are no explicit budget ranges or award values provided. The application process is open to a wide range of contractors who can demonstrate relevant experience and capabilities in the specified service categories. Contractors must achieve prequalified status by the bid submittal date for individual bids or RFP requests, with Louisville Water Company reserving the right to request additional documentation or original paper versions of submitted materials. The electronic portal provides flexibility for contractors to apply at any time, with the understanding that prequalification is a prerequisite for participating in future construction and service bid opportunities issued by Louisville Water Company.