RFB-23-21 FW Adaptive Kayak Launch Lake Reba McNeely Lake

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources has issued Request for Bid RFB-23-21 for the design and construction of adaptive kayak launch facilities at two locations: McNeely Lake in Louisville and Lake Reba in Richmond. The procurement seeks a comprehensive solution to construct specialized waterfront recreational infrastructure that includes two 20-foot by 8-foot Grade 6061 aluminum floating docks, a 30-foot aluminum gangway with dual handrails, a kayak chute, and a launch platform with accessibility features designed to accommodate individuals with varying mobility levels. All components must meet ADA standards and include specific design elements such as toe-kick perimeter protection, boarding benches, grab bars, and roll cages. The bid is due on August 4, 2020, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time, with mandatory site visits to be scheduled through Greg Logan at greg.logan@ky.gov or 1-502-564-5162. Contractors must submit all bid documents electronically through the MOVEit Transfer system as a single combined PDF, accompanied by a bid guarantee of at least five percent of the total bid amount. The project requires completion within 90 calendar days from the contract award date, with bidders required to provide shop drawings, detailed assembly instructions, and comply with all specified technical requirements.

Disadvantaged businesses are encouraged to participate, with the solicitation specifically requesting identification of certifications for Women Business Enterprises (WBE), Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE), and Service-Disabled Veteran-owned businesses. Kentucky provides a reciprocal preference for resident bidders, who must submit an affidavit claiming resident bidder status. Bidders must be registered with the Kentucky Secretary of State and in good standing, with domestic and foreign corporations required to comply with state registration requirements within five days of notification. While no specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated in the documents, contractors must be prepared to provide a 100% Performance Bond and a separate 100% Payment Bond. All bidders must demonstrate compliance with Kentucky labor laws, register with eMars (eProcurement), and provide documentation of their qualifications, including business entity type, permanent business location, available construction equipment, bonding company information, and experience with similar projects. Contractors must also certify they are not debarred from federal contracting and are legally authorized to conduct business in Kentucky.