RFP-14-26 ESPC Finance Facilities Buildings

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, specifically the Finance and Administration Cabinet's Division of Engineering and Contract Administration, is seeking proposals for an Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) focused on facility improvements across multiple state properties, including the Kentucky Horse Park and the Bush Building in Frankfort. The procurement, identified as RFP-14-26, aims to secure comprehensive energy and water management services from qualified Energy Services Companies (ESCOs) to reduce energy and water consumption costs. The project requires vendors to conduct technical energy audits, develop and implement energy-saving measures, and guarantee minimum annual energy and water savings across facilities totaling over 400,000 square feet with construction dates ranging from 1956 to 2024. Proposals are due on September 10, 2025, at 1:30 PM ET, with a mandatory site visit scheduled for August 6, 2025, at 10:00 AM ET at the Kentucky Horse Park Maintenance Building. Potential bidders must submit electronic proposals through MoveIT and demonstrate expertise in energy conservation services, specifically under commodity code 91016, which encompasses comprehensive energy efficiency improvements and audits.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the documents, the Commonwealth encourages the use of tax-exempt financing and may utilize funds from the Kentucky Green Bank to support the project. The recommended contract term is twelve years, with performance-based financing where the selected ESCO will be responsible for implementing energy-saving measures without initial capital costs to the owner. The project will involve multiple buildings with various uses, including administrative offices, horse facilities, event venues, and maintenance buildings. Although precise budget ranges are not specified, the procurement suggests a significant investment in energy infrastructure upgrades and potential cost savings through fuel switching, improved demand management, and equipment modernization. Interested vendors must provide comprehensive documentation, complete a detailed submission checklist, and demonstrate capability to deliver substantial energy and cost reduction services for Kentucky's government facilities.