RFB-45-26 Parks Lake Barkley Lodge Renovations

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, specifically the Department for Facilities and Support Services' Division of Engineering and Contract Administration, is seeking bids for comprehensive renovations at Lake Barkley Lodge located in Cadiz, Kentucky. The Request for Bid (RFB-45-26) encompasses four distinct project volumes: Volume A focuses on structural repairs to guest wing buildings and walkways, Volume B involves demolition and construction of a new pool, Volume C addresses accommodations and hospitality upgrades, and Volume D centers on the main lodge building's roof replacement. Mandatory electronic bid submissions are required through the Commonwealth's eProcurement system, with bids due on September 9, 2025, at 1:30 PM Eastern Time. A mandatory pre-bid meeting was previously held on August 13, 2025, at 11:00 AM at the Lake Barkley State Resort Park. Potential bidders must be registered in the Commonwealth eProcurement System via the Vendor Self Service (VSS) System and must submit all documents electronically, with project specifications available for download at https://www.stateofkyplanroom.com. Bidders are permitted additional site visits by contacting Park Manager Ashley Joiner at least 48 hours in advance, with contact number 270-291-9983.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly detailed in the provided documentation. Potential bidders will need to be registered contractors capable of handling complex renovation work across multiple project volumes. While specific budget ranges were not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the renovation project—spanning structural repairs, pool construction, hospitality upgrades, and roof replacement—suggests a significant capital investment. The procurement is being managed by the Commonwealth of Kentucky's Department for Facilities and Support Services, with a unique solicitation number RFB 785 2600000071. A public bid reading will be conducted via conference call on the bid opening date at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. Contractors are advised to carefully combine the Official Bid Document and Bid Bond into a single PDF attachment when submitting their electronic bid, ensuring compliance with all submission requirements.