RFB-140-25 Campground Improvements Carter Caves State Park

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, specifically the Department of Parks, is seeking bids for a comprehensive campground improvement project at Carter Caves State Park in Olive Hill, Kentucky, under RFB-140-25. The procurement involves renovating an existing RV campground, which includes demolishing and reconstructing a 3,500 sq. ft. camp store and bathhouse using Insulated Concrete Forms and featuring a concrete roof, wood trusses, and standing seam metal roof with limestone and composite wood exterior finishes. The project scope encompasses extensive infrastructure upgrades, including new plumbing, HVAC systems, waterlines with frost-free spigots, electrical lines, campsite pedestals, and selective sewer hookups. Bidders must be registered in the Commonwealth eProcurement System via the Vendor Self Service (VSS) System and submit electronic bids through the state's eProcurement platform by December 18, 2024, at 1:30 PM Eastern Time. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for December 5, 2024, at 10:00 AM ET at the Carter Cave State Park Lodge Lobby, and a public bid reading will be conducted via conference call on the bid opening date at 3:00 PM Eastern Time.

The solicitation does not explicitly detail set-aside designations or specific restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The project includes a $50,000 allowance for medium voltage electrical work to be performed by Grayson RECC Power Company, suggesting potential subcontracting opportunities. The bid documents indicate that no geotechnical report will be provided, and bidders should assume no asbestos is present, with any unexpected discoveries to be handled through change orders. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the project—involving 40 campsite renovations, infrastructure upgrades, and substantial building construction—suggests a significant investment. Contractors interested in bidding can obtain plans and specifications at no charge through the State of Kentucky Plan Room website, with the option to purchase hard copies. The project will involve extensive site improvements, including new furnishings, timber edging, gravel surfacing, and asphalt overlay where applicable, indicating a comprehensive renovation of the campground facilities.