RFB-267-25 HVAC Upgrades KSP- Post 3 Bowling Green

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, specifically the Department for Facilities and Support Services, Division of Engineering and Contract Administration, is soliciting bids for RFB-267-25, a comprehensive HVAC upgrade project for Kentucky State Police (KSP) Post 3 located in Bowling Green. The procurement is a Request for Bid (RFB) involving phased demolition and replacement of existing HVAC equipment, including complex modifications such as ductwork cleaning, installation of dedicated outside air equipment, power infrastructure upgrades, new attic access construction, and a concrete patio. Required trades for this project include demolition, concrete work, ceiling installation, mechanical systems, ductwork, and electrical services. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for June 16, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Central time, with electronic bid submissions required through the Commonwealth's eProcurement system by July 15, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time. Bidders must be registered in the Vendor Self Service (VSS) system, submit a combined PDF of the Official Bid Document and Bid Bond, and enter $0.00 as the contract amount in the e-procurement system.

While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned in the documents, the procurement is open to qualified contractors capable of executing the technical specifications outlined in multiple addenda. Project documents indicate comprehensive technical requirements, including specific instructions for ductwork cleaning, insulation replacement, and site preparation using added specification sections for site clearing, earth moving, and concrete paving. Multiple addenda have been issued, with the most recent (Addendum 4) adding technical specification sections and detailed requirements for existing infrastructure modifications. The project involves replacing existing mechanical and electrical components, installing new furnaces, heat pumps, and ventilation equipment at the KSP Post 3 facility. Although no specific budget range is provided, the complexity of the project suggests a substantial investment in modernizing the facility's HVAC and related infrastructure. Key project contacts include Bryan Atkins (Consultant from Marcum Engineering LLC), Brian Cottongim (Project Manager), Bill Booze (Agency Representative), and Janis Wilhoite (Purchasing Agent).