RFB-02-26 DOC RCC Cattle Barn Replacement

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Department of Corrections is seeking a contractor for the Roederer Correctional Complex (RCC) Cattle Barn Replacement project through a Request for Bid (RFB-02-26) in Morgan County. The procurement involves constructing a new 40' x 60' cattle barn with a wood-framed superstructure, concrete foundation, wood truss roof, metal panel sheathing, and new cattle pens with gates. Potential bidders must complete mandatory NCIC background and Central Registry checks by 06/24/2025 and attend a mandatory site visit on 07/01/2025 at 10:00 AM. Electronic bid submissions are required through Kentucky's eProcurement system, with bids due on 07/23/2025 at 1:30 PM Eastern Time. All bidders must register in the Vendor Self Service (VSS) system and submit a combined PDF of the Official Bid Document and Bid Bond, which can be downloaded from the state of Kentucky planroom website. The project also includes associated roadway improvements around the barn area, and a public bid reading will occur via conference call on the bid opening date.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly detailed in the provided documents. The solicitation does not mention incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requirements for integration. While a precise budget range was not specified, the project involves constructing a comprehensive agricultural facility within a correctional complex, suggesting a moderate capital investment. Bidders are advised that the Department of Corrections does not permit substitutions during the bidding phase, though contractors may submit alternates or substitutions after bid award, understanding they bear all risk if the substitution is not approved. Technical specifications include specific construction requirements, such as reinforcement for wall footings using #5 rebar at 9" on center each way on each face of the footing length. All bidders must acknowledge receipt of addenda in the appropriate space on the bid form, with addendum details to be incorporated into the final Owner/Contractor Agreement.