RFB-101-26 25022AMLMAML, Perry County

The Kentucky Department of Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) is seeking construction services for a primary slide abatement project in Perry County through a Request for Bid (RFB-101-26 25022AMLMAML). The procurement involves comprehensive remediation efforts that include stripping to rock, installing combination rock and Class II/III drainage ditches, and constructing a rock toe buttress to stabilize the waste area. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for October 16, 2025, at 10:00 AM at the AML Hazard Office, where contractors will meet with Jason Cheek from the Division of Abandoned Mine Lands. Bidders must submit their proposals exclusively through the Commonwealth's eProcurement system, requiring prior registration in the Vendor Self Service (VSS) system. The bid submission deadline is October 29, 2025, at 09:30 Eastern Time, with all bidders required to submit a complete Official Bid Document and Bid Bond as a single PDF attachment. A public bid reading will occur via conference call on the bid opening date at 11:00 AM Eastern Time, and all project-related questions should be directed to Susan Ward from the Division of Contract Administration.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Project specifications and plans are available at no cost through https://www.stateofkyplanroom.com, which suggests an open competitive bidding process. Bidders must enter $0.00 as the contract amount in the e-procurement system, which implies that the actual project budget and potential award value are not disclosed in the current documentation. While specific budgetary details are not provided, the comprehensive nature of the mine lands remediation project suggests a significant infrastructure investment. Contractors interested in responding should have expertise in geotechnical stabilization, drainage infrastructure, and abandoned mine land restoration. The project's focus on slide abatement and site stabilization indicates a complex engineering challenge that will require specialized technical capabilities and experience in environmental remediation projects.