RFB-71-27 KHP Stalls & Mats New Comp Barn BP-2

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, Division of Engineering and Contract Administration, is requesting bids for custom modular stalls and interlocking rubber mats across four barns at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, with bids due October 1, 2026, at 1:30 P.M. Eastern Time. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for September 11, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. at 4089 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington.

The base scope covers Barn A (100 stalls), Barn B (100 stalls), Barn J (84 stalls), and Barn K (84 stalls), for a combined 368 stalls, plus nine alternate bid items. The BP-2 General Contractor must coordinate with the BP-1 General Contractor to ensure both bid packages achieve Substantial Completion simultaneously. Stall frame specifications require 14-gauge 2-inch square galvanized tubing with powder-coated finish in light gray; grillwork must use 1-inch-diameter tubes spaced 3 inches on center; HDPE panels must be light gray. Approved manufacturers for stall systems include Triton Barn Systems, Barnwalkers, and Grytfit/Humane Manufacturing LLC. Rubber stall mats are governed by specification section 096540. Bidders proposing alternative manufacturers must submit manufacturer credentials for architect and owner review and approval before authorization to bid. Attic stock materials are required for the overall project.

Bidders must register in the Vendor Self Service system at https://vss.ky.gov (24–48 hours required) and submit bids exclusively through the Commonwealth's eProcurement system; postal, hand-delivered, and email submissions are prohibited. The Official Bid Document and any required Bid Bond must be combined as a single PDF attachment. Bidders should enter $0.00 in the eProcurement system line item, with actual contract amount entered on the Official Bid Document. Plans and specifications are available at no charge through https://www.stateofkyplanroom.com; contractors not registered as planholders will not receive addenda. A public bid reading will be held via conference call on October 1 at 3:00 P.M. Eastern Time. Addenda One through Five have been issued, including clarifications on manufacturers, mat quantities, stall mockup treatment, subcontractor requirements, and the revised deadline. The Purchasing Agent is Susan Ward (502-226-0335).