It is necessary for bidders to read instructions contained herein, to understand exactly how to submit a bid, what must accompany the bid, and what the bidder obligates themselves for by submitting the bid. Failure to carefully read and understand the instruction and bid specifications may either cause the bid not to be considered or accepted by the Boone County Fiscal Court, hereinafter referred to as “County,” or cause the bidder to obligate themselves to more than they realize.

All bids shall be submitted on and in accordance with this solicitation in the procurement portal. In case of conflict, the bid may be deemed non-responsive. The County’s published specifications shall supersede any additional writings submitted with the bid. Such writings should be clearly marked and noted on the "Deviations and Exceptions" section.
In the event a Bidder is unable to submit a timely response in accordance with the instructions herein due to the Bidder's internet or hardware limitations, settings or restrictions, internet speed, power outage, network connection, or use of a malfunctioning electronic device, neither the County, nor the Software Administrator, will be held responsible. Bidders shall be solely responsible for ensuring the capability of their computer system while responding to this solicitation, and for the stability of their internet service. Uploading large documents may take significant time depending on the size of the file(s) and Bidder's internet connection speed. Failure of the Bidder to successfully submit an electronic Bid before the deadline indicated herein shall be at the Bidder's sole risk, and no relief will be given for late and/or improperly submitted Bids.
If County is closed for business at the time scheduled for bid opening, for whatever reason, bids will be accepted and opened on the next business day of the County, at the originally scheduled hour.
Each bid is submitted with the understanding that the acceptance in writing by the County of the bid to furnish any or all of the goods and/or services described therein, shall constitute a contract between the bidder and the County, which shall bind the bidder on their part to furnish and deliver the goods and/or services quoted at the prices stated and in accordance with the conditions of the accepted bid. Once accepted, the County is obligated on its part to order from such bidder, except for causes beyond reasonable control and pay for, at the agreed prices, all goods and/or services specified and delivered.
Bidders have the right to request withdrawal of their bids from consideration due to error by giving notice not later than two business days after bids are publicly opened. Work papers showing evidence of error(s) may be required.
Whenever a specific “Brand Name” is used in these specifications, it is used for descriptive purposes only.
When appropriate, the Bidder shall also attach to the Bid Form descriptive information and literature showing the items on which the Bid was based. The County shall be the sole judge of whether a Bid meets the intent of these specifications.
If issued, addenda to this solicitation will be posted on the procurement portal via the County’s website (https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/boonecountyky?status=all). It is the bidder's responsibility to check the portal/website prior to the submittal deadline to ensure that the bidder has the complete, up-to-date Bid information.
The solicitation document submitted in the procurement portal and maintained by the Finance Department, shall be considered the official copy.
Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bid subject to the considerations that follow: the quality of the goods and/or services to be supplied, the conformity with the specifications, the suitability to the requirements. The delivery terms, qualifications, and references will be taken into consideration in making an award. Unless canceled or rejected, a responsive bid from the lowest responsible bidder shall be accepted as submitted except that if the bid from the lowest responsible bidder exceeds available funds.
The County reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to waive any informality if it is determined to be in the best interest of the County.
Prices shall be stated in units of quantity specified. No additional charges shall be passed on to the County, including any applicable taxes, delivery, or surcharges. Prices quoted shall be the final cost to the County.
By digitally signing this bid, the bidder assigns to the County any and all rights that it may have under the antitrust laws of the United States and the Commonwealth of Kentucky in any way arising from or pertaining to this bid. This provision is remedial in nature and is to be liberally construed by any court in favor of the County.
Kentucky Preference Law. The scoring of bids/proposals is subject to Reciprocal Preference for Kentucky Resident Bidders and Preferences for a Qualified Bidder or the Department of Corrections, Division of Prison Industries. Vendors not claiming resident bidder or qualified bidder status need not submit the corresponding affidavit. If claiming Kentucky Preference, appropriate form must be submitted.
Hold Harmless and Indemnification: The bidder shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the County, County’s employees, agents, and volunteers, from and against any and all damage claim, liability, cost, or expense (including, without limitation, reasonable attorney’s fees and court costs) of every kind and nature (including, without limitation, those arising from any injury or damage to any person, property or business) incurred by or claimed against the contractor, its employees, agents, and volunteers, or incurred by or claimed against the County, County’s employees, agents, and volunteers, arising out of, or in connection with, the performance of all services hereunder by the contractor. This indemnification and hold harmless includes, but is not limited to, any financial or other loss including, but not limited to, any adverse regulatory, agency or administrative sanctions or civil penalties, incurred by the County due to the negligent, fraudulent, or criminal acts of the contractor or any of the contractor’s officers, shareholders, employees, agents, contractors, subcontractors, or any other person or entity acting on behalf of the contractor. Unless otherwise provided by law, the contractor indemnification obligations hereunder shall not be limited in any way by the amount or type of damages, compensation, or benefits payable by or for the contractor under worker’s compensation acts, disability benefit acts, other employee benefit acts, or benefits payable under any insurance policy. This paragraph shall survive the termination of the contract including any renewal or extension thereof.
The bidder shall obtain all permits, licenses, and certificates, or any such approvals of plans or specifications as may be required by federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations for the proper execution and completion of the work specified herein, including hazardous waste removal.
Bidders are hereby informed that it shall be their sole responsibility to comply with all applicable Federal, State and County laws and regulations having jurisdiction over this type of work. The bidder shall be solely responsible for initiating, maintaining, and supervising all safety precautions and programs in connections with the work. The bidder shall take all necessary precautions for the safety of, and shall provide the necessary protection to prevent damage, injury, or loss to all employees on the work site and other persons including, but not limited to, the general public who may be affected thereby.
Anti-Discrimination. By submitting a bid(s), Bidders certify to County conformity with the provisions of the Federal Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 as amended where applicable.
If claiming Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) status, certification shall be attached with bid submission.
Deviations and Exceptions. If the bidder takes any exceptions to the specifications or deviates from the requirements, then bidder shall fully state such deviations or exceptions and the reasons for doing so. In addition, a complete explanation of the results of such changes shall be included. For bids with exceptions that fail to submit "Deviations and Exceptions,” failure may result in bid rejection.

Shelter Concrete Pads At Various Boone County Park Locations

Selected Vendor

Rector Excavating, Inc.

Pricing Results