Description
The Commonwealth of Kentucky is establishing Master Agreements for the supply of new, wheelchair‑accessible vehicles to state agencies, local governments, schools and universities. Vendors must indicate which body types (minivan, full‑size van, cab‑and‑chassis, shuttle bus, full‑size school bus) and fuel options (gasoline, hybrid, E85) they can provide. Contracts are awarded on a best‑value basis, with points for variety of configurations (75) and fuel types (25). The initial award period is one year, with up to four optional two‑year extensions. All vehicles must be new model‑year, include standard features (air‑conditioning, automatic transmission, 3rd key/remote, cruise control), and meet accessibility standards. Bids are submitted electronically via the Kentucky eProcurement system; paper bids are not accepted. <br/>• Release date : 21 Aug 2026 | Bid deadline : 2 Sept 2026 13:30 ET<br/>• Required response items: fuel‑type matrix and body‑type matrix (total 100 points)<br/>• Mandatory registration in Kentucky eProcurement portal<br/>• Initial contract term : 1 year, renewable up to 4 × 2‑year extensions<br/>• Target buyers : all state agencies and political subdivisions<br/>• Delivery window : weekdays 8:00‑16:30 local time, FOB destination<br/>• Insurance minimums : $1 M general liability, $1 M auto liability (if applicable)