Active SLED Opportunity · KENTUCKY · CITY OF LOUISVILLE
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City of Louisville seeks qualified contractors for construction of an inclusive Outdoor Learning Center at Shawnee Park. Scope includes site prep, utilities, concrete, framing, roofing, and finishes. Mandatory pre-bid May 7, 2026. Bids due May 27, 2026.
Louisville Parks and Recreation is soliciting bids from qualified contractors for the construction of a new Outdoor Learning Center located within Shawnee Park at 4501 West Broadway, Louisville, Kentucky 40211. The project is intended to support inclusive, educational, and community-focused outdoor programming and will be designed to be welcoming and accessible to visitors of all ages and abilities. The scope of work includes, but is not limited to, all labor, materials, equipment, and services necessary for the complete construction of the Outdoor Learning Center. Work may include site preparation and earthwork; installation of new utility connections (including water, sewer, electrical, and data as required); concrete foundations and flatwork; structural framing; roofing systems; exterior and interior walls; windows and doors; and interior finishes such as flooring, carpentry, and related architectural elements.
| Status | Event Name | Location | Description | Dates | Mandatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ongoing | Open Date | Online Portal | Posting date for the Opportunity | Apr 21st 2026, 10:00 AM EDT | N/A |
| Upcoming | **MANDATORY** Pre-Bid | 4665 Shawnee Park Drive | This is a mandatory pre-bid for this bid solicitation. We will only be accepting bid proposals and submissions from qualified firms that attend pre-bid. We will pass around a sign-in sheet and post on Bonfire after the meeting. This is onsite at 4665 Shawnee Park Drive on May 7, 2026 at 10:00amEST. | May 7th 2026, 10:00 AM EDT - May 7th 2026, 11:00 AM EDT | Yes |
| Upcoming | Questions Due Date | Online Portal | Deadline to submit Questions | May 19th 2026, 3:00 PM EDT | N/A |
| Upcoming | Close Date | Online Portal | Deadline for Submissions | May 27th 2026, 3:00 PM EDT | N/A |
Note: Template files for the items below (BidTables, Questionnaires) are available in the Attachments section of this opportunity.
| Name | Type | # Files | Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Faith Effort | File Type: Any (.*) | 1 | Required |
| Vendor Information | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Acknowledgements and Preferences | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| W-9 | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Ban the Box Compliance | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Bid Bond | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Bid Form | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Form A: Firm Background | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | 1 | Required |
| Form B: Examples of Completed Projects and Minimum of Three (3) References | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Required |
| Form C: Project Team | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Required |
| Form D: Certification of Qualifications | File Type: PDF (.pdf) | Multiple | Required |
| Additional Information (Optional) | File Type: Any (.*) | Multiple | Optional |
SLED stands for State, Local, and Education. These are solicitations issued by state governments, counties, cities, school districts, utilities, and higher education institutions — as opposed to federal agencies.
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