RFB-44-27 Parks JW Conference Center Upgrades

The Commonwealth of Kentucky Department for Facilities and Support Services, Division of Engineering and Contract Administration is requesting bids on interior upgrades to the JW Conference Center at Jenny Wiley State Park in Prestonsburg, Kentucky under RFB-44-27, with bids due September 2, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. Eastern Time and a mandatory site visit on August 13, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time.

The scope encompasses selective demolition, new flooring (luxury vinyl tile and tile carpeting), interior painting, staining, wallcoverings, window treatments (roller shades), mechanical grille replacements, a new drinking fountain, comprehensive new lighting in public spaces, and a new audio-visual system including projector, motorized screen, sound system, and lighting controls throughout public areas. An alternate bid item covers men's restroom upgrades with new tile floors and acoustic ceilings. Specifications address gypsum board, ceramic tiling, acoustical tile ceilings, interior doors, hardware (Grade 1 ANSI/BHMA compliance), joint sealants, and coordination with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and security systems. Installation tolerances are precisely defined; environmental conditions for application are controlled; warranties include two-year installer and five-year manufacturer coverage for sealants and lifetime warranties for solid-core interior doors. Shop drawings, product data, hardware schedules, and keying documentation are required deliverables.

All bids must be submitted exclusively through the Commonwealth's eProcurement system; postal, courier, hand delivery, and email submissions are prohibited. Bidders must register in the Vendor Self Service (VSS) system at https://vss.ky.gov prior to submission, allowing 24–48 hours for completion. Plans and specifications are available at no charge through https://www.stateofkyplanroom.com via Lynn Imaging (1-800-888-0693); contractors must download from this source to receive addenda. A public bid reading occurs at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time on the opening date via conference call. Three addenda have been issued as of August 26, 2026, addressing restroom ceiling scope, lighting specification conflicts, wood strip replacement unit pricing, and finishes clarifications. Contact Purchasing Agent Susan Ward at 502-226-0335 or Consultant Rebecca Insko at (502) 583-8888 with questions.