RFP-785-2700000030-1 | RFP-905 ENGR KSU Health Sciences Cntr Cx Auth, Frankfort, KY

The solicitation RFP-785-2700000030-1 seeks a Commissioning Authority to provide comprehensive commissioning services for the 59,000 square foot Health Sciences Center at Kentucky State University in Frankfort, Kentucky. The scope of work includes leading the design-phase reviews, construction-phase testing, and post-occupancy performance verification of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building envelope systems in accordance with the DECA Master Specification Section 09113 and the Capital Construction Project Procedures Manual. The Commissioning Authority is responsible for delivering a detailed Commissioning Plan, test procedures, acceptance matrices, operational and maintenance documentation, seasonal testing reports, and a Final Commissioning Report with deficiency logs and a 10-month post-occupancy review. The contract is value-based and non-price-driven, with an estimated award of $264,575 as a lump sum fee, determined through a best-value selection process that prioritizes technical qualifications over cost, in alignment with KRS 45A.810 et seq. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Vendor Self Service portal by August 13, 2026, as a single PDF not exceeding 65,000 KB, with each attachment properly bookmarked. Required attachments include Firm Experience, Project Team qualifications, MBE Participation Plan, Federal Standard Form 330 Part II, Required Affidavits, Kentucky Permit and Registration Form, and the Official Signature Page. The evaluation is scored on a 100-point scale, with significant weight given to Related Experience, Mechanical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, and Commissioning Agent qualifications, alongside responsiveness and work performed in Kentucky. Contractors must be registered with the Kentucky Secretary of State in good standing, and key personnel must hold valid Kentucky licenses. Special requirements include professional liability and general liability insurance with the Commonwealth named as an additional insured, worker’s compensation coverage, and certification of compliance with state conflict-of-interest laws and ethics statutes. All offerors must submit notarized affidavits if claiming resident bidder status or qualified bidder status under Kentucky law, and failure to provide any required documentation will result in disqualification. The contract becomes effective only upon approval by the Finance and Administration Cabinet and filing with the Legislative Research Commission, and the Owner retains full ownership of all project documents.