RFB-50-25 DMA Interior & Restroom Modernization Raveena RC

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, Department for Facilities and Support Services, Division of Engineering and Contract Administration, on behalf of the Department of Military Affairs, is soliciting competitive sealed bids for general construction services related to interior and restroom modernization at the Readiness Center in Ravenna, Kentucky (RFB-50-25, RFB-785-2500000089). The comprehensive scope of work includes demolition and replacement of aging latrine facilities; addition of a lactation room in compliance with UFC 4-171-05 standards; relocation of the janitor's closet; renovation of restroom fixtures and finishes with new plumbing systems including water heaters and recirculating hot water systems; replacement of all drop ceilings and light fixtures with new acoustical ceilings and LED fixtures equipped with occupancy sensors; relocation of variable refrigerant flow (VRF) indoor units and reworking of exhaust and supply air systems; reinforcement of an existing vault with steel plating; renovation of corridor and classroom spaces with new flooring (fluid-applied epoxy with broadcast colored quartz aggregate), baseboards, and wall painting; and communications work including data rack relocation and cabling replacement. Bidders must register in the Vendor Self Service (VSS) system at https://vss.ky.gov prior to submission, allowing 24-48 hours for registration processing. A mandatory site visit was conducted on August 20, 2024, at 10:00 A.M. Eastern Time at 355 Cow Creek Road, Ravenna, Kentucky 40472. Electronic bids must be submitted exclusively through the Commonwealth's eProcurement system by September 10, 2024, at 9:30 A.M. Eastern Time, with a public bid reading by conference call at 11:00 A.M. Eastern Time on the same date (dial-in: 502-782-2663 or 844-603-5060, Conference ID# 240522018#, Participant code 75309#). The Official Bid Document and any required Bid Bond must be combined as a single PDF attachment, with bidders entering $0.00 in the e-procurement system and the actual contract amount on the Official Bid Document. Plans and specifications are available at no charge through https://www.stateofkyplanroom.com, with customer service available at 1-800-888-0693. Key contacts include Purchasing Agent Susan Ward at (502) 226-0335 or Susan.Ward@ky.gov, Project Manager Greg Schenck, Architect Molly Buchenberger, and Consultant Luke Powell of Connolly Consulting Engineers.

The solicitation documents do not identify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types eligible to respond; however, all bidders must be registered vendors in Kentucky's VSS system prior to bid submission. Payment and performance bonds are required to be submitted within 48 hours of the issuance of intent to award. The contractor is responsible for providing and maintaining a temporary heated and cooled three-station toilet and shower facility for the duration of the project until substantial completion, including all associated costs for propane refills, weekly tank drainage, setup, and removal. Emcor, the incumbent facilities controls provider, will provide HVAC controls modifications via an allowance, requiring contractor coordination with this existing infrastructure. All contractors must acknowledge receipt of Addendum One (dated August 27, 2024) and Addendum Two in their proposals, demonstrating compliance with specification modifications including waiver of AWI Certification requirements for casework and approval of Lockers Manufacturing as an approved manufacturer. The solicitation documents do not disclose a specific award value or budget range; however, bidders are instructed that the contract amount will be determined through the competitive sealed bid process and announced following the bid opening and review process.