RFB-24-27 DOC - KSP - Mailroom Rehab and Exterior Drainage

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Division of Engineering and Contract Administration, on behalf of the Department of Corrections, is requesting bids for mailroom rehabilitation and exterior drainage work at the Kentucky State Penitentiary in Eddyville under RFB-24-27 DOC, with bids due July 30, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time and a mandatory site visit on July 15 at 10:00 a.m. Central Time.

The scope encompasses renovation of two interior mailroom spaces and one exterior pad location, including floor and selective wall and ceiling demolition, structural repairs, window replacement, sprinkler and HVAC replacement, lighting and electrical system updates, exterior concrete demolition, stormwater piping and inlet repairs, and downspout connections to the stormwater system. Required trades include demolition, concrete, exterior utilities, windows, flooring, ceilings, fire protection, mechanical, ductwork, and electrical work.

Attendance at the mandatory site visit at Kentucky State Penitentiary, 266 Water Street, Eddyville, Kentucky requires completion of an NCIC background check form, due to Jeremy Belt by July 10 at 12:00 p.m. Central Time. Electronic bid submission through the Commonwealth's eProcurement system (VSS) at https://vss.ky.gov is mandatory; mailed, hand-delivered, and emailed bids will not be accepted. Bidders must register in VSS at least 24–48 hours prior to submission. Bid documents must include an Official Bid Document and Bid Bond (if required) as a single combined PDF. Plans and specifications are available for free download through https://www.stateofkyplanroom.com via Lynn Imaging (1-800-888-0693); only registered planholders receive addenda. A public bid reading will be held via conference call on the bid opening date at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Questions should be directed to Purchasing Agent Janis Wilhoite at janis.wilhoite@ky.gov or 502-401-6239.