RFB-97-26 23131AMLBAMLAMLBAML, Martin County

The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Division of Abandoned Mine Lands is seeking a construction services contractor for a critical infrastructure remediation project in Martin County through Request for Bid (RFB) 785 2600000161. The procurement involves comprehensive slope stabilization and environmental restoration work at a residential property located at 1806 Turkey Creek Road in Inez, Kentucky. Specific project deliverables include stripping an area to rock, creating a slope transition, closing two upslope portals with wildlife-compatible closures, installing an excavated rock drainage ditch, and implementing a subdrain system. Bidders must be registered in the Commonwealth eProcurement System via the Vendor Self Service (VSS) System and are required to submit bids electronically. A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 10/16/2025 at 1:30 PM Eastern Time, with the bid solicitation open from 09/29/2025 to 10/28/2025. The public bid reading will occur via conference call on the bid opening date at 11:00 AM Eastern Time. Contractors can access bid documents and specifications at no charge through https://www.stateofkyplanroom.com.

The procurement does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises based on the provided documentation. Potential bidders should contact project representatives Scott Muncy from the Division of Abandoned Mine Lands or Susan Ward from the Division of Contract Administration for additional clarification on participation requirements. Unique bidding instructions include entering $0.00 as the contract amount in the e-procurement system while attaching the actual contract amount on the "Official Bid Document". Although a specific budget range is not detailed in the documentation, the project involves significant geotechnical and environmental remediation work that suggests a substantial investment in infrastructure stabilization. Interested contractors should carefully review all specifications and ensure complete compliance with procurement guidelines. Hard copies of bid documents are available for purchase if electronic access is insufficient for comprehensive project evaluation.