RFP-62-26 kastow - tank r - warren, hart & green

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, through the Division of Oil and Gas and the Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet, is seeking proposals for the Kentucky Abandoned Storage Tank and Orphan Well Reclamation Program (KASTOW), specifically Package R covering Warren, Hart, and Green Counties. This Request for Proposal (RFP-62-26) solicits contractors to perform comprehensive site reclamation services for four abandoned tank facilities, with a total project completion timeline of 180 days from contract award. The scope of work includes complete removal of surface storage tanks, associated flow lines, elimination of berms and structures, removal of contaminated soil up to 3 feet in depth, proper disposal of oil and brine-contaminated materials, and final site grading and reclamation. Contractors must provide extensive documentation including material manifests, TENORM radiation scanning, disposal documentation, and a final site closure affidavit. The proposal evaluation will utilize a 70-point scoring matrix, with 25 points allocated to technical capabilities (contractor experience, project history, equipment, work plan) and 45 points for total project cost. Proposals are due on September 12, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time, with bidders required to submit a bid guarantee of at least 5% of the total base bid.

The RFP does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must demonstrate comprehensive technical capabilities, with an emphasis on environmental compliance and safe remediation practices consistent with Kentucky Revised Statutes. The estimated soil contamination removal ranges from 10-35 tons across the four tank sites, with unit pricing provisions for additional soil removal beyond estimated amounts. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, successful contractors will be required to provide 100% Performance and Payment Bonds if awarded the contract. The total project cost will be determined through competitive bidding, with the lowest bidder receiving the maximum 45 cost points and other bids scored proportionally. The Commonwealth is not tax exempt, and the winning bidder will be responsible for Kentucky sales and use taxes. Contractors will need to have significant experience in environmental remediation, specialized equipment for tank and infrastructure removal, and the ability to complete the project within the 180-day timeline.