RFB-09-26 24084AMLBAML, Henderson County

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Division of Abandoned Mine Lands has issued a Request for Bid (RFB-09-26 24084AMLBAML) for a mine subsidence remediation project located in Henderson County. The procurement seeks a contractor to perform comprehensive mine closure services, including excavating a 20-foot diameter circular trench, exposing an existing concrete structure, and constructing a reinforced concrete mine closure. Specific deliverables include an 8-inch thick concrete closure with #5 reinforcing steel, backfilling the area with excavated spoils in 12-inch compacted lifts, site preparation, driveway repair, and revegetation using standard AML methods. Mandatory requirements include a site visit scheduled for July 22, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. Central Time, and electronic bid submission through the Commonwealth's eProcurement system. Bidders must be registered in the Vendor Self Service (VSS) system and submit a combined PDF of the Official Bid Document and Bid Bond. The bid submission deadline is July 30, 2025, at 09:30, with a public bid reading to be conducted via conference call on the bid opening date.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors will be required to adhere to updated Davis Bacon Wage Rates, which specify hourly rates ranging from $16.69 to $41.55 per hour plus fringe benefits for various construction job classifications. While no specific budget range is provided, the project involves complex mine remediation work requiring specialized construction and environmental management skills. Contractors must be prepared to conduct methane monitoring and implement safety protocols if gas is encountered during the project. Project documents are available at no cost through the state of Kentucky plan room website, with optional paid hard copy printing available. Bidders should note that no postal, hand-delivered, or emailed bids will be accepted, and all documentation must be submitted electronically through the state's procurement system.