RFB-23-26 Re-Ad of RFB-255-25 Parks CC Sewer Upgrade Ph3

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, specifically the Department for Facilities and Support Services, Division of Engineering and Contract Administration, is seeking a contractor for a comprehensive wastewater treatment plant upgrade project at Carter Caves State Resort Park in Olive Hill, Kentucky. The procurement, identified as RFB-23-26 (Re-Ad of RFB-255-25), involves Phase 3 sewer infrastructure improvements with multiple critical deliverables including electrical upgrades, mechanical screening, aerators, concrete clarifiers, UV disinfection equipment, control building construction, site work, pump stations, and temporary wastewater storage/treatment capabilities. A mandatory site visit was scheduled for August 5, 2025, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time at 344 Caveland Drive, Olive Hill, KY, and electronic bid submissions are required through Kentucky's eProcurement system. The bid closing date is September 17, 2025, at 1:30 PM Eastern Time, with a public bid reading via conference call at 2:30 PM on the same day. Bidders must be registered in the Vendor Self Service (VSS) System and submit a combined PDF of the Official Bid Document and Bid Bond, with all project specifications available at no cost through the state of Kentucky plan room website.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Key project contacts include Mike Jacobs (Consultant), Tim Spencer (Project Manager), Lisa Gorby (Agency Representative), and Susan Ward (Purchasing Agent). While no specific budget range is detailed in the documents, the comprehensive nature of the upgrades suggests a significant infrastructure investment. The project involves substantial technical complexity, including requirements for alternative disinfection methods, careful excavation planning, and coordination with park staff to prevent KPDES permit violations. Contractors will need to demonstrate technical expertise in wastewater treatment plant upgrades, familiarity with environmental regulations, and the ability to manage complex infrastructure projects with minimal disruption to existing facilities. The procurement process emphasizes thorough documentation, technical competence, and strict adherence to the Commonwealth of Kentucky's procurement guidelines.