RFP-61-26 kastow - tank Q - hopkins, muhlenberg & webster

The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet, through its Division of Oil and Gas, is seeking a contractor for the Kentucky Abandoned Storage Tank and Orphan Well Reclamation Program (KASTOW), specifically Package Q, which covers abandoned tank facilities in Hopkins, Muhlenberg, and Webster Counties. The project requires comprehensive reclamation of six specific tank sites, involving complete removal of surface storage tanks, associated infrastructure, flow lines, and contaminated soil up to 3 feet in depth. Contractors must conduct thorough site assessments, including TENORM testing, and ensure proper material disposal following best management practices. The proposal will be evaluated using a 70-point scoring system, with 25 points allocated to technical attributes such as contractor experience, project history, equipment, work plan, and past performance, and 45 points based on proposed project cost. Key submission requirements include a bid guarantee of at least 5% of the total base bid, detailed documentation including material manifests, and an Abandoned Tank Site Closure Affidavit. The proposal is due on September 12, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time, with contract award expected by October 15, 2025, and a mandatory project completion timeline of 180 days from award date.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must be prepared to provide 100% performance and payment bonds within five calendar days of award and will be responsible for Kentucky sales and use taxes. While no incumbent vendors are specified, potential bidders must demonstrate significant technical capabilities, including equipment availability and prior experience with similar reclamation projects. The RFP does not provide a specific contract value or budget range, instead focusing on a comprehensive evaluation of both technical capabilities and cost proposals. The point of contact for this solicitation is Kristi Sharp, who can be reached at 502-330-9858 for additional information. Online bidding is permitted, and the Commonwealth reserves the right to negotiate with the top-ranked vendor or proceed to the next highest-ranked vendor if an initial agreement cannot be reached.