RFB-64-26 Repair/Replace Air Handling Unit Oakwood Cottages

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Cabinet for Health and Family Services has issued a Request for Bid (RFB-64-26) for a comprehensive repair and replacement project at the Oakwood Intermediate Care Facility located in Somerset, Nelson County. The procurement specifically seeks a contractor to replace the multi-zone Air Handling Unit (AHU) and condensing unit in Cottage 114 with new single-zone split systems, expand the existing mechanical pit, and replace the current switch and fuse distribution panelboard with a new circuit breaker distribution panelboard. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically through the Commonwealth's eProcurement system, with all bid documents requiring electronic submission, including an Official Bid Document and Bid Bond. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 10/16/2025 at 12:00 PM Eastern Time, and the bid solicitation is open from 09/29/2025 to 10/23/2025. Bidders are required to be registered in the Vendor Self Service (VSS) system and must enter $0.00 for the contract amount in the e-procurement system, with the actual contract amount to be submitted on the Official Bid Document.

The solicitation does not specify any particular set-aside designations or restrictions on bidding organizations. Project information and documents are freely available at https://www.stateofkyplanroom.com with no access charges. A public bid reading will be conducted via conference call on the bid opening date at 3:00 PM Eastern Time, and technical assistance contact information is provided for potential inquiries. While no specific budget range or award value is explicitly stated in the documentation, the comprehensive nature of the HVAC and electrical system upgrades suggests a significant capital investment. The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications and submission requirements, with the primary evaluation likely focused on technical capability, compliance with bid specifications, and overall project approach.