RFB-150-25 EDU KSD Middleton Hall HVAC & Dorm Renovations

The Commonwealth of Kentucky is soliciting bids for RFB-150-25, a comprehensive renovation project for Middleton Hall at the Kentucky School for the Deaf located in Danville, Kentucky. The project is specifically focused on upgrading the HVAC systems and renovating all three levels of the facility, which was originally constructed in 1977 and has never been renovated. The procurement is structured as two separate bid packages, with contractors required to submit prices for both, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest and best combined price bidder. Electronic bids must be submitted through the Commonwealth's eProcurement system by December 19, 2024, at 1:30 PM Eastern Time, with a mandatory site visit having occurred on December 4, 2024. The project involves extensive mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) system replacements, including installation of a new geothermal well-field, and is funded through multiple federal sources. Contractors must comply with Davis Bacon wage rates and federal wage rate rules, and all project documents are available at no charge through the State of Kentucky Plan Room website.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though federal funding may introduce additional compliance requirements. The total project scope suggests a substantial investment, with the renovation covering all three levels of Middleton Hall and including comprehensive systems upgrades. Contractors must be registered in the Vendor Self Service (VSS) System and prepared to submit detailed technical and pricing documentation, including a completed Authentication of Bid and Statement of Non-Collusion form. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the complexity of the project—involving geothermal systems, HVAC replacements, and dormitory renovations—indicates a significant capital investment. The project is being managed by the Kentucky Department for Facilities and Support Services, Division of Engineering and Contract Administration, with technical specifications refined through multiple addenda that provide detailed requirements for various building systems and components.