RiverPark Parking Garage Elevator Modernization

The City of Owensboro is seeking a qualified contractor to complete a comprehensive elevator modernization project for the RiverPark Parking Garage located at 100 Daviess Street in Owensboro, Kentucky. The procurement involves replacing and upgrading a hydraulic passenger elevator serving five floors with approximately 42 feet of travel. Specific modernization requirements include installing a new pump unit, hydraulic cylinder packing, hoistway and car wiring, refurbished car guides, a new microprocessor controller, selector system, solid state starter, and advanced door operator with closed-loop functionality and infrared passenger protection. The project mandates full compliance with the latest ASME/ANSI A17.1 Code standards. Bids are due by 2:00 PM CT on January 8, 2026, and must be submitted exclusively through the City's Bonfire portal. Evaluation criteria will focus on lowest responsive and responsible bidder status, with consideration given to bidder experience and major subcontractors. No pre-bid meeting is scheduled, but potential bidders may submit questions through the Bonfire portal's "Ask A Question" feature at least seven working days before bid opening.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though bidders must complete several compliance forms including a Vendors Statement pursuant to Kentucky Revised Statutes and a Statement Required Pursuant to KRS45A.395. Contractors must obtain a City business license within 10 business days of award and comply with Kentucky State laws, municipal ordinances, and federal requirements including equal opportunity statutes. The successful bidder will be required to provide a 100% performance bond and 100% payment bond within ten working days of award notification, with insurance requirements including worker's compensation, commercial general liability, and commercial automobile liability. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, the project involves comprehensive elevator modernization with potential complexity suggested by the detailed technical specifications. Payment terms include 10% retainage until final project walkthrough and closeout, and the contractor must provide a minimum one-year workmanship warranty with manufacturer material warranties.