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

The Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking bids for a comprehensive renovation project at the Kentucky School for the Deaf's Middleton Hall in Danville, Kentucky. The Request for Bid (RFB-150-25) involves extensive HVAC and dormitory renovations across all three levels of the building, which was originally constructed in 1977 and has never been previously renovated. The project is structured as two separate bid packages, with Bid Package #2 specifically focusing on MEP system replacement, including the installation of a new geothermal well-field and comprehensive HVAC systems upgrade. A mandatory site visit was conducted on December 4, 2024, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time, and bids are due on January 8, 2025, at 1:30 PM. All bids must be submitted electronically through the Commonwealth's eProcurement system, with a public bid reading scheduled via conference call at 2:30 PM Eastern Time on the bid opening date. Contractors are required to submit prices for both bid packages, with the contract awarded to the lowest and best combined bid. The project involves detailed technical specifications, including modifications to interior architectural elements, mechanical and electrical systems, and comprehensive building upgrades.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The project is funded through multiple federal sources, previously requiring Davis Bacon wage rates, though recent addendums suggest these requirements may have changed. Contractors must be prepared to comply with all federal wage rate rules and provide comprehensive documentation, including a properly executed Authentication of Bid and Statement of Non-Collusion and Non-Conflict of Interest. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the project involves significant infrastructure improvements across multiple building systems. Bid Package #2 is specifically funded through Fund CBCD and covers the MEP system modifications. The project team includes RossTarrant Architects and CMTA as consultants, with management provided by the Division of Engineering and Contract Administration. Contractors should be prepared to coordinate with the owner's IT department for specific system integrations, particularly for specialized systems like the new wireless clock installation requiring network connections and FCC licensing.