Water Tower Inspection and Maintenance

The Kansas Department of Corrections - Norton Correctional Facility (NCF) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for a three-year Water Tower Inspection and Maintenance program. The scope of work includes a comprehensive inspection and maintenance of the NCF's water tower as required by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE). The selected vendor will be responsible for providing all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to complete interior and exterior coating systems, as well as any necessary tank upgrades and repairs. A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held on May 28, 2024, and bids are due by June 11, 2024 at 2:00 PM CST. The contract period is from the date of award through August 31, 2027, with an option to renew for one additional 36-month period. Pricing must be submitted as a lump sum for the three-year inspection and maintenance program.

The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder based on the total lump sum price. Bidder preferences are available for Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses and Certified Businesses. Bidders must provide a current tax clearance certificate from the Kansas Department of Revenue. The procurement does not specify any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and the budget range is not provided. However, the State of Kansas is exempt from state sales or use taxes and federal excise taxes, which should be factored into the bidder's pricing.