RFB-77-27 KYTC Loadometer Station Renovation Boone County

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, through the Commonwealth of Kentucky Department for Facilities and Support Services, Division of Engineering and Contract Administration, is requesting bids on a comprehensive renovation of the South Bound Loadometer Station on I-71 Southbound at Mile 75 in Boone County (Walton), Kentucky under RFB-77-27, with bids due September 30, 2026 at 1:30 PM Eastern Time and a mandatory site visit on September 16, 2026 at 11:00 AM Eastern Time.

The scope encompasses interior and exterior renovations: removal and replacement of flooring, rubber base, and acoustic ceiling systems with high-performance coatings; replacement of laminate-clad cabinetry; painting of wall partitions; replacement of all hollow metal doors and aluminum storefront systems; installation of a new HVAC system; replacement of all plumbing fixtures and waste lines; replacement of roof, gutters, fascia, soffits, and downspouts; and electrical system upgrades including new circuits, replacement of conductors and breakers in existing panelboards M, I, R, and OL, installation of a manual throw transfer switch generator disconnect, and relocation of the data rack to the mechanical room. The Lift Station renovation is base scope; additive alternates include roof replacement for the Truck Haven building and installation of an In-Line Macerator Grinder Pump. Grinder pump manufacturers meeting equivalent performance standards to Zoeller Engineered Products 71 Series are acceptable subject to submittal review.

Addendum Two (issued September 24, 2026) clarifies that Panelboard I on Sheet E201 is to be replaced with all associated conductors, breakers, conduits, lights, and receptacles; that Additive Alternate #2 includes snow and ice guards; and that Door Type "B" is not to be used in the project. Addendum One (issued September 23, 2026) permits alternative grinder pump manufacturers and modifies electrical work specifications.

Bidders must register in the Commonwealth's eProcurement system and submit bids electronically only; no hard copies, postal mail, or courier submissions are accepted. All documents must be obtained from https://www.stateofkyplanroom.com; bidders not registered as planholders will not receive addenda. A Bid Bond is required and must be combined with the Official Bid Document as a single PDF. Public bid reading will be held via conference call on September 30 at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. Questions should be directed to Purchasing Agent Susan Ward at (502) 226-0335 or Susan.Ward@ky.gov.