Letcher County Blackey Water Plant Demolition Request for Bid - Demolition Services - R-5

The Letcher County Fiscal Court is seeking demolition services for the Blackey Water Plant located at 265 Main Street Loop in Blackey, Kentucky, as part of flood disaster recovery efforts. The project involves a comprehensive partial demolition of the water plant, which includes complete removal of water-related structures, concrete pumping station, partition block walls, metal structures, and associated fencing. Contractors must provide four before and four after photos, manage wet debris if necessary, and obtain proper permits for temporary site crossings. The procurement will be conducted through the DFS Procurement Portal, with bids due on November 5th, 2025 at 9:00 AM EST, and bid opening scheduled for November 5th at 10:00 AM ET at the Letcher County Judge Executive's Office. Prospective bidders are required to submit a 10% bid bond or cashier's check, provide proof of liability and workers' compensation insurance, and demonstrate compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. Optional pre-bid meetings are scheduled for October 30th and November 4th, 2025, with the final contract award planned for the Fiscal Court meeting on November 6th, 2025 at 10:00 AM EST.

The procurement encourages participation from women, minority, and veteran-owned businesses, implementing affirmative steps to promote small and minority business involvement. Contractors must complete several mandatory compliance documents, including non-collusion declarations, lobbying certifications, debarment certifications, conflict of interest statements, and a drug-free workplace affidavit. Insurance requirements are comprehensive, mandating Commercial General Liability coverage of $2 million aggregate and $1 million per occurrence, Comprehensive Automobile Liability with a $1 million combined single limit, and Worker's Compensation coverage with $1 million per occurrence employer's liability. The project site is a 0.40-acre location with a concrete slab foundation, situated at geographic coordinates 37.139671, -82.980231, featuring approximately 2,400 square feet of gross living space. While specific budget details are not explicitly stated, contractors should be prepared to manage all aspects of demolition, including debris disposal at approved landfills with potential concrete and asphalt recycling options, and adhere to strict documentation and regulatory compliance standards.