Renovation of a mixed-use development in Frankfort, Kentucky. Completed plans call for the renovation of a educational facility; and laboratory facility.

The work includes the renovation of an existing lab space into a new welding lab within the limits of the existing Franklin County Career and Technical Center. The work includes, but not limited to: extension of the existing compressed air system, expansion of the existing electrical system with new electrical panels, receptacles and cord reels. The surrounding buildings and site will be occupied in all phases of construction work. The contractor shall be required to coordinate the contract work with daily school activities. Bids must be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond, payable to the Owner in an amount of not less than 5% of the bid. The award of the contract shall be made on the basis of the lowest and best bid in the interest of Franklin County Board of Education. No bidder may withdraw his/her bid for a period of sixty (60) days after the date set for the bid opening The Franklin County Board of Education provides equal opportunities to all of its bidders with respect to the bidding and award of construction contracts. The Owner reserves the right to waive informalities and irregularities, and shall have the right to reject any and all bids. The successful bidder shall provide a 100% Performance and Payment Bond. All questions during the bidding period shall be submitted to Eric P. Steva, AIA, JRA Architects, via facsimile (859.255.5483) or email (esteva@jrarchitects.com). All questions shall be submitted no later than ten (10) days prior to the established bid date. The project includes acceptance of all existing site conditions (which are to be inspected by all bidders prior to bidding) and all other general construction, mechanical and electrical work specified in the Contract Documents dated December 2021. Liquidated damages will be assessed per the specifications. Direct Purchase of materials through Owner will be provided as a Contractor's option. Refer to Supplemental Instructions to Bidders and construction documents for additional information. PN - 2122