RFB-176-25 24036AMLBAML, Perry County

Background
The Commonwealth of Kentucky is issuing this solicitation for the RFB-176-25 24036AMLBAML project, which is an Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) reclamation project located in Perry County, near the community of Avawam. The goal of this contract is to address environmental concerns related to abandoned mine lands and to restore the affected areas.

Work Details
The project involves several key tasks:

- Removal of slide material (mud) behind and against a residence.
- Replacement of an existing porch for access.
- Construction of a temporary low water crossing to access a temporary waste area.
- Mobilization of construction equipment to the site.
- Structure removal/replacement as necessary for reclamation activities.
- Site preparation for reclamation and material storage.
- Revegetation efforts within the site and waste area.
- Provision of roadway stone for access during reclamation.

The waste area will be temporary with permanent disposition to be determined later. Importantly, no trees with a diameter of 3 inches or more at breast height will be disturbed, nor will cave-like structures or cliff-lines be affected.

Period of Performance
The solicitation was issued on January 20, 2025, with a closing date set for February 12, 2025. The site visit is scheduled for January 29, 2025.

Place of Performance
The work will be performed in Perry County, Kentucky, specifically near the community of Avawam. Directions to the site include traveling from Hal Rogers Parkway Exit 56 onto KY Hwy 451 and then onto Hwy 80.