Operation and Interpretation of Mill Springs Mill - Kentucky

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Nashville District, has issued this sources sought notice for the operation and interpretation of Mill Springs Mill in Monticello, Kentucky. The historic facility, constructed in the 1830s and listed on the Register of Historic Places, requires the precise operation and maintenance of its mill structure, milling machinery, French burr stones, and waterwheel control mechanisms. The selected contractor will be responsible for corn meal production and public interpretation of the site’s historic significance. This requirement is categorized under NAICS 712120 for Historical Sites and PSC M1JA for Operation of Museums and Exhibition Buildings.

This market research effort is identified by solicitation number W912P526Q1BN3 and carries an SBA Small Business Administration set-aside designation. The performance work statement emphasizes that all components must be handled with care to preserve their historical integrity, and the government maintains authority to stop milling operations for safety or preservation concerns. Responses to this notice are due by May 6, 2026. The contract office point of contact is Jamie Lynn Barnes, and the solicitation materials include three attachments detailing the request for information and the performance work statement for the 2026 recreation season.