RFB-202-25 Re-Ad of RFB-38-25 CHFS WSNF Renovation

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Cabinet for Health and Family Services is seeking sealed bids for a comprehensive renovation project at the Western State Hospital Nursing Facility in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. The Request for Bid (RFB-202-25) solicits construction services for HVAC system improvements in Buildings 30 and 31, with an alternate option for Building 32. The project encompasses extensive mechanical, electrical, and infrastructural upgrades, including excavation, asphalt repairs, ceiling system replacements, sprinkler system modifications, installation of four-pipe fan coils, outside and exhaust air systems, hot and chilled water piping, and new power connections. Contractors must be prepared to execute multiple trade services, including demolition, concrete work, drywall, painting, fire protection, mechanical, ductwork, electrical, and fire alarm services. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for March 26, 2025, at 10:00 AM Central Time at 2400 Russellville Road, Hopkinsville, Kentucky. Bid submissions are due electronically through Kentucky's eProcurement system on April 23, 2025, at 1:30 PM Eastern Time, with a public bid reading to be conducted via conference call at 2:30 PM Eastern Time on the same day. All bidders must be registered in the Vendor Self Service (VSS) system and submit a combined PDF of the Official Bid Document and Bid Bond.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must download bid documents from https://www.stateofkyplanroom.com, with digital documents available at no cost, though hard copies can be obtained for a fee. While the documents do not specify an exact budget range, the detailed scope of work suggests a significant infrastructure investment for the nursing facility renovation. Potential bidders should note the comprehensive nature of the project, which requires expertise across multiple trades and advanced mechanical systems. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical capabilities in HVAC renovation, electrical systems, and healthcare facility infrastructure improvements. The project contacts include an architect, consultant, project manager, and purchasing agent, indicating a complex procurement process with multiple stakeholders. All questions must be submitted by 5:00 PM Central Time on April 15, 2025, with anticipated answers to be provided in a subsequent addendum.