Project Information

Bid Title

Code Enforcement, Demolition of Property located at 215-219 North Main Street, Nicholasville, Kentucky 40356

Issuing Agency

Nicholasville city

Location

Kentucky

Published Date

Jan 14, 2026

Closing Date

Jan 30, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL – 2026-001

The purpose of this Request for Proposal (“RFP”) is to solicit pricing and proposals for the City of

Nicholasville, Code Enforcement, Demolition of Property located at 215-219 North Main Street, Nicholasville, Kentucky 40356. The property has been fully noticed and the Code Enforcement Board made a ruling on November 19, 2025 for Code Enforcement Case #2022-0067.

Submit bid for the removal of 215-219 N. Main Street including but not limited to the following:

Complete removal of the concrete block structure adjacent to First Street. Extreme care shall be taken to prevent damage to the exterior of 213 N. Main Street. Complete removal of the concrete slab over the Town Branch stream. Contractor responsible to obtain all associated permits for construction in a stream and floodplain, both State and local. Side slopes of stream shall be left in a stable condition. Removal of the structure associated with 215-219 N. Main Street. Extreme care shall be taken to prevent damage to 213 and 221 N. Main Street. Contractor should plan to provide the necessary equipment to close the sidewalk and parking in front of the building as needed and the appropriate signage to direct pedestrian traffic of closures. Portions of the structure may be required to be removed by hand due to the proximity to other structure. Contractor shall protect the site with a locked chain link fence during demolition to prevent unauthorized access when work is not being conducted. At the completion of the demolition of the structures the contractor shall install or have installed a permanent 6’ chain link fence with a green or black nylon mesh attached at both the front and rear of the property.

All RFPs shall be enclosed in sealed envelopes and submitted to the City of Nicholasville,

The name and address of the proposer, date of the bid opening, and the bid name will be shown on the outside of the envelope. All RFP’S will be received no later than January 30, 2026 at 12:00 Noon, and will be recorded as being received.

Address Bids to the City of Nicholasville, Purchasing Department

Pauline Horsley, Purchasing Agent
517 North Main Street, Nicholasville, Kentucky 40356
On or before January 30, 2026 at Noon, Eastern Time.
Reference RFP #2026-001 on front of envelope.

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Request for Proposal

City of Nicholasville

January 14, 2026

#2026-

This RFP should not be construed as a commitment on City of Nicholasville’s part to obtain any services from

any vendor or to fully implement this project. At any time, the City of Nicholasville (The City) may terminate

or modify this RFP and request revised proposals from respondents. The City may reject any or all proposals at

its sole discretion. All expenses associated with providing the information requested in this RFP are borne

solely by the respondents to this document. The City assumes no legal or financial responsibilities for such

expenses.

A. RFP PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The purpose of this Request for Proposal (“RFP”) is to solicit pricing and proposals for the City of

Nicholasville, Code Enforcement, Demolition of Property located at 215-219 North Main Street, Nicholasville,

Kentucky 40356. The property has been fully noticed and the Code Enforcement Board made a ruling on

November 19, 2025 for Code Enforcement Case #2022-0067.

Submit bid for the removal of 215-219 N. Main Street including but not limited to the following:

Complete removal of the concrete block structure adjacent to First Street. Extreme care shall be taken

to prevent damage to the exterior of 213 N. Main Street.

Complete removal of the concrete slab over the Town Branch stream. Contractor responsible to obtain

all associated permits for construction in a stream and floodplain, both State and local. Side slopes of

stream shall be left in a stable condition.

Removal of the structure associated with 215-219 N. Main Street. Extreme care shall be taken to prevent

damage to 213 and 221 N. Main Street.

Contractor should plan to provide the necessary equipment to close the sidewalk and parking in front of

the building as needed and the appropriate signage to direct pedestrian traffic of closures.

Portions of the structure may be required to be removed by hand due to the proximity to other

structure.

Contractor shall protect the site with a locked chain link fence during demolition to prevent

unauthorized access when work is not being conducted.

At the completion of the demolition of the structures the contractor shall install or have installed a

permanent 6’ chain link fence with a green or black nylon mesh attached at both the front and rear of

the property.

DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES:

The following description outlines the scope of work for the project.

1. Proposers will thoroughly examine the specifications, supplemental conditions, and all other

documents.

2. Proposers will make all investigations necessary to inform themselves regarding performance of

services as required by the RFP Documents.

3. No plea of ignorance as a result of failure to make the necessary examinations and investigations

will be accepted as a basis for varying the requirements of the City. Proposers are to contact the

Code Enforcement Division, codeenforcement@nicholasville.org, should questions or issues

arise.

4. If a bidder needs clarification of the RFP documents, the bidder must submit a written request to the

Purchasing Agent. A request for clarification must be sent to, pauline.horsley@nicholasville.org.

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All requests will be received by the Purchasing Agent no later than (4) days prior to the scheduled bid

opening.

C: SUBMISSION OF RFP:

1. All RFPs shall be enclosed in sealed envelopes and submitted to the City of Nicholasville,

517 North Main Street, Nicholasville, Kentucky 40356.

Attention: Pauline Horsley, Purchasing Agent.

The name and address of the proposer, date of the bid opening, and the bid name will be shown on the

outside of the envelope. All RFP’S will be received no later than January 30, 2026 at

12:00 Noon, and will be recorded as being received.

2. Proposer’s agree that the price will remain firm and subject to acceptance by the City for a period

of sixty (60) calendar days from the bid opening date.

3. RFPs received after the time set for the RFP opening will not be considered.

D: Contractor Experience/References:

1. Each interested Contractor shall have at least three (3) years experience in the

structural removal of all materials and excavation. Contractor shall provide at least three (3)

references.

2. Awarded Contractor must obtain a demolition permit from the City of Nicholasville Planning and

Zoning Department.

E: Scheduled work:

1. Contractor to schedule work as advised by The City of Nicholasville Code Enforcement

Division.

G: Scheduled Start Date/Ending Dates:

1. Starting Date: To be determined upon award of Bid.

Ending Date: To be determined upon award of Bid.

Project to be completed within 6 weeks upon start of scheduled work.

H. Contractor Requirements:

1. Access to Property: Monday thru Friday 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

2. Supervision: Contractor shall have one individual designated as the Supervisor of the crew at

all times while on the property. A list of all Supervisors shall be provided to the Code Enforcement

Division prior to work.

3. Contract Price: Contract price set forth in this RFP shall become a part of this Contract.

4. Liability Clause: Successful bidder shall furnish the following insurance certificates in full amounts

required by Kentucky Statutes. All Certificates shall remain up to date and on file during the duration

of the contract.

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1. Certificate of Liability Insurance Shall be provided to the Purchasing Department with the Following

minimum coverage:

Broad Form Comprehensive General Liability, including Products and Completed Operations.

Bodily Injury:

$1,000,000 each occurrence

$2,000,000 aggregate

Property Damage: $1,000,000 each occurrence

2. Automobile Liability, including any auto, hiring autos and non-owned autos.

3. Workers Compensation for all employees used on the job pursuant to statute.

4. Contractor must hold a current City of Nicholasville Occupational License.

5. Business License, contractor shall provide proof of Business License for the City of

Nicholasville.

Prior to scheduled work, awarded Contractor must do necessary paperwork

from the City of Nicholasville Planning and Zoning. (Document attached)

I. QUALIFICATIONS:

Please submit the following with your RFP package:

1. List at Least (3) References

2. A summary of your relevant experience and qualifications, including examples of work you have done for

other clients.

J. PRIMARY CONTACTS:

Name: Pauline Horsley

Phone: 859-885-1121 (Office) or 859-519-6556 (Cell)

Email: pauline.horsley@nicholasville.org

Address: 517 North Main Street, Nicholasville, KY 40356

Or:

Name: Code Enforcement Division

Email: codeenforcement@nicholasville.org

Phone: 859-885-9467

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K. TIMELINE & BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS:

All Request for Proposal MUST be received no later than

Friday, January 30, 2026, at 12:00 Noon

517 North Main Street

Nicholasville, Kentucky 40356

Attn: Pauline Horsley

RFP 2026-

WORK UNDER THIS CONTRACT IS NON-TRANSFERABLE AND SHALL NOT BE SUBLET

The City of Nicholasville reserves the right to reject all proposals and to waive any minor informality in

proposals received.

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Commodity Codes

• NAICS 236220Commercial and Institutional Building Construction
• NAICS 237110Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
• NAICS 237990Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• NAICS 238910Site Preparation Contractors

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