RFB-79-26 HVAC Upgrades EDU-KY School for the Deaf

The Commonwealth of Kentucky has issued Request for Bid (RFB-79-26) for comprehensive HVAC upgrades at the Kentucky School for the Deaf located in Danville, specifically targeting Kerr Hall. The procurement seeks a contractor to complete a full mechanical system renovation scheduled during summer break 2026, which includes replacing mechanical equipment, installing a new control system, conducting electrical upgrades involving switchgear and lighting, and performing architectural improvements to ceilings and storefronts. Bidders must submit electronically through the Commonwealth's eProcurement system by September 26, 2025, at 13:30, with a mandatory site visit scheduled for September 15, 2025, at 1:30 PM Eastern Time. All potential bidders are required to be registered in the Commonwealth eProcurement System via the Vendor Self Service (VSS) System, with no cost for obtaining project plans and specifications. A public bid reading will occur via conference call on the bid opening date at 3:00 PM Eastern Time, and submissions must include a combined PDF of the Official Bid Document and Bid Bond, with $0.00 entered as the contract amount in the e-procurement system.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the documentation. The project contacts include Steven Ward (architect), Paul Graves (consultant), Tony Yates (project manager), Walter Hulett (agency representative), and Kristi Sharp (purchasing agent). While a specific budget range was not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the HVAC and architectural upgrades suggests a substantial investment in modernizing the school's infrastructure. All project information and associated documents can be accessed through the State of Kentucky Plan Room website. Bidders will need to demonstrate technical expertise in mechanical systems, electrical upgrades, and architectural renovations specific to educational facility environments, with a focus on minimizing disruption to the school's operations by completing the work during the summer break period.