RFP-14-26 ESPC Kentucky Horse Park, Lexington KY

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, through the Finance and Administration Cabinet's Division of Engineering and Contract Administration, is seeking an Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) for the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington. The procurement, identified as RFP-14-26 and solicitation number RFP-785-2600000013, aims to secure comprehensive energy and water management services with capital improvements. The selected Energy Services Company (ESCO) will be responsible for conducting a technical energy audit, developing a detailed project scope, and implementing energy conservation measures designed to reduce energy and water consumption costs. Key deliverables include guaranteed minimum annual energy and water savings, maintenance of occupant comfort levels, and potential ongoing maintenance services. The recommended contract term is twelve years, with the primary objective of maximizing energy savings and related improvements without initial capital costs. Proposals are due electronically through MoveIT by September 10, 2025, at 1:30 PM ET, with a site visit previously conducted on August 6, 2025, at the Kentucky Horse Park Maintenance Building. The evaluation process will comprehensively assess proposals based on technical approach, financial approach, legal approach, existing workload, and overall responsiveness, with finalist interviews scheduled for September 25, 2025.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions were explicitly outlined in the procurement documents, the project may potentially be funded by the Kentucky Green Bank. The solicitation does not mention incumbent vendors or specific integration requirements for existing infrastructure. The RFP emphasizes that proposals should focus on installations providing the greatest possible energy, water, and operations and maintenance savings. Interested vendors must be qualified Energy Services Companies with demonstrated expertise in developing and implementing comprehensive energy efficiency strategies. The point of contact for this procurement is Amanda Greer from the Division of Engineering and Contract Administration, who can be reached at 502-782-8545 or Amanda.Greer@ky.gov. Though no specific budget range was provided, the contract is structured as a performance-based agreement where the ESCO's compensation is directly tied to achieving verifiable energy and cost savings. Vendors are required to follow specific electronic submission instructions and download all necessary attachments to participate in the bidding process.