RFB-785-2700000157-2 | Snow & Ice Management - VUA L&N Building

Solicitation RFB-785-2700000157-2 is issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky's Finance and Administration Cabinet for snow and ice management services at the Vehicle Use Areas of the L&N Building in Louisville. The selected vendor must provide all necessary equipment, labor, and supervision to maintain bare pavement or adequate traction for safe traffic and pedestrian access. Service requirements include clearing the areas from 6am to 6pm Monday through Friday, with additional clearing required from 6am to 6pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Technical specifications mandate the use of sodium chloride salt and plowing equipment featuring rubber tires or tracks with straight blades without teeth. The contract will be awarded based on a Best Value Ranking Approach, with price accounting for 95 points and vendor experience accounting for 5 points, capped at 20 years. Bidders must submit their responses electronically through the eProcurement system by the deadline of October 26, 2026, and must provide actual pricing on a separate bid sheet. Required pre-award documentation includes Kentucky tax registration, certificates of authority for foreign entities, required affidavits regarding subcontractors, and material safety data sheets. Payment terms are set at 30 working days from receipt of a valid invoice, with a one percent monthly penalty for undisputed late payments. Compliance with KRS 45A.485 and various non-discrimination and accessibility standards is mandatory.