RFP-887 Engineer DMA BNGC Generator and Underground Electric

The Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking a professional engineering firm to provide design services for a new mega generator and microgrid at the Boone National Guard Center in Frankfort, Kentucky. The project aims to move overhead electric lines underground and install a single point source generation plant to enhance resiliency and allow the center to operate independently during adverse conditions. The selected firm will be responsible for designing the project, which includes converting overhead circuits to underground, installing a central back-up generator, and ensuring the project meets Kentucky Building Code and other applicable standards. The firm should have experience in planning and designing complex utility infrastructure projects and demonstrate expertise in electrical, mechanical, landscape architecture, civil engineering, and commissioning authority disciplines. • The project requires the selected firm to provide a team with the necessary expertise, including an electrical engineer, mechanical engineer, landscape architect, civil engineer, and commissioning authority. • The firm should have experience with similar projects, particularly those involving microgrid projects and work at Department of Defense (DoD) or Department of Military Affairs (DMA) sites. • The project will be evaluated based on factors such as the firm's experience and capability, responsiveness to the proposal, and related experience. • The selected firm will be required to register with the Kentucky Secretary of State and obtain any necessary certificates of authority to transact business in the Commonwealth.