Demolition Service Laurel Co Multiple Parcels

Laurel County, Kentucky is requesting bids for demolition services across 15 parcels in the London area under RFB 605 2700000089, with bids due September 9, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Kentucky resident bidders and qualified bidders including nonprofits serving individuals with severe disabilities may receive preference points under state law.

The scope spans removal of commercial buildings (including a 2,500 square foot priority structure at 761 S Laurel Road), two 300 square foot storage buildings, a three-pole radio tower, approximately 580 linear feet of chain link fencing at one parcel and 300 linear feet of barbed wire fencing at another, commercial signage with concrete bases, utility lot light poles, concrete sidewalks and pads, septic tanks, and miscellaneous debris and site clearing. Parcel 300 (761 S Laurel Road) is designated priority. Utility poles are excluded and will be handled through separate utility relocation. The contractor must secure vacant lots with chain link fencing post-removal, verify electrical connections before demolition, and comply with Kentucky 811 underground utility notification requirements; failure to submit proof of notification incurs a $200 penalty per occurrence. All debris and hazardous materials must be disposed of at permitted facilities with paid receipts; refrigerant recovery and septic tank pumping require documentation or face $200 penalties per occurrence.

Bids must be submitted electronically through Kentucky Vendor Self Service with individual pricing for each of the 15 parcels structured as a lump sum total. Evaluation is based primarily on price, with the lowest-priced conforming bid receiving 100 points. Performance and payment bonds are required in the amount of the contract or $10,000 whichever is greater; irrevocable letters of credit are accepted only up to $20,000. Commercial general liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate is mandatory, along with Kentucky workers' compensation insurance. Work must commence within specified timeframes after award with $200 daily penalties assessed after 37 calendar days if clearing is incomplete. The anticipated award date is September 15, 2026. No pre-bid meeting will be held; prospective bidders must conduct their own site inspections.