RFB-605-2600000683-4 | Polypropylene Barrier Wall Construction Districts 11 and 12

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Division of Maintenance is soliciting bids for polypropylene barrier wall construction services across Districts 11 and 12 under an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contract with a base performance period from September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2027, and an option to extend for up to four additional one-year periods. Work involves the installation of polypropylene barrier walls and delivery of Class B concrete as directed by issued Delivery Orders, with all performance occurring at various project sites within the designated districts. Bidders must comply with KYTC Standard Specifications, including Section 600 for Class B concrete, and ensure materials meet minimum requirements such as 5 oz. polypropylene and adherence to ASTM D-5035-06 and ASTM D-5630 testing standards. All work must be performed using equipment like a CAT 320 long reach trackhoe with a 40-foot minimum reach, and compliance with 200 KAR 5:330 for recycled content is mandatory. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Kentucky eProcurement Vendor Self Service portal by July 22, 2026, at 1:30 PM Eastern Time, with physical submissions not accepted. Award will be made based on a best value ranking approach using a 100-point scoring system, with price carrying the greatest weight at 85 points, followed by years of experience at 10 points and response time at 5 points. Past performance may disqualify vendors but is not scored. Bidders must complete required affidavits, including those for resident bidder status, which grants a 5% preference and requires proof of Kentucky tax and labor compliance, and qualified bidder status for nonprofits employing individuals with severe disabilities, requiring certification that at least 75% of labor hours are performed by such individuals. Insurance requirements are strict, mandating an ACORD-form Certificate of Insurance naming the Commonwealth as additional insured on a primary and non-contributory basis with an insurer holding an AM Best rating of B+ or higher. Vendors must also sign affidavits prohibiting the employment of illegal immigrants and are fully liable for subcontractor compliance, including adherence to prevailing wage laws. Sales tax exemption applies to all state purchases, and no exclusive rights are granted. Delivery Orders must be issued before any work or shipment, and estimated quantities are not guaranteed. All proposals must include a vendor bid sheet in