RFB-162-25 DOC KCIW Kitchen Drain Line Repair/Replace

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, specifically the Department for Facilities and Support Services, is seeking bids for a comprehensive kitchen drain line repair and replacement project at the Kentucky Correctional Institution for Women (KCIW) in PeWee Valley. The Request for Bid (RFB-162-25) involves a complex renovation of the facility's kitchen area, including removal and replacement of waste and vent piping systems, plumbing fixtures, ceilings, floors, walls, light fixtures, and electrical circuits. Contractors must provide temporary kitchen trailers, storage containers, and manage all necessary trenching and utility work within the facility's perimeter security fence. A mandatory site visit was held on January 31, 2025, and required potential bidders to submit NCIC background checks by January 22, 2025. The bid submission deadline is February 11, 2025, at 1:30 PM Eastern Time, with a public bid reading scheduled via conference call at 2:30 PM the same day. All bids must be submitted electronically through the Commonwealth's eProcurement system, with contractors required to be registered in the Vendor Self Service System. Key specifications include installing a new 4,000 PSI 4" concrete slab, maintaining operational fire alarm and sprinkler systems, and adhering to strict work hours of 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM Monday through Friday.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the procurement documents. Bidders must be registered in the Commonwealth eProcurement System and complete all necessary background checks to be eligible. The project requires Builders Risk Insurance as specified in section 24.9 of the General Conditions, and contractors are responsible for obtaining all necessary permits and associated costs. While no incumbent vendor was identified, the project involves significant infrastructure modifications within a correctional facility, necessitating careful coordination with facility management. The documents do not specify a precise budget range or award value, but the comprehensive nature of the renovation—including extensive demolition, utility work, and temporary facility provisions—suggests a substantial investment. Contractors will need to provide detailed plans for temporary kitchen waste management, construction barriers, and ensuring continuous facility operations during the renovation process.