Description
This solicitation is a Request for Bid (RFB) issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky for the rental of a wide range of earth‑moving and related equipment with qualified operators for District 8 (Somerset). The contract will be awarded to the lowest‑priced bidder who can meet the technical specifications and provide the equipment on an as‑needed basis. Vendors must be registered in Kentucky’s eProcurement system and submit an electronic bid by the closing date. The scope includes excavators (standard and long‑reach), hydraulic hammers, tree‑mulching attachments, dump and articulated trucks, skid‑steer loaders, road wideners, vibratory rollers, milling machines, flaggers, and a 55‑ton hydraulic crane, among others. Each line item lists the required quantity in hours, indicating that the state will pay for actual usage with a guaranteed minimum of eight hours per work order. Vendors must provide manufacturer and model information for each piece of equipment and ensure all equipment is in excellent mechanical condition, fully fueled and lubricated, and operated by a qualified operator (except light plants).
• Minimum‑bid evaluation: 95 % weight to lowest price, 5 % to fastest response time.
• All bids submitted electronically via Kentucky’s Vendor Self Service (VSS) portal.
• Required documentation: certificate of authority, insurance, affidavits for resident/qualified bidder status, and equipment specifications.
• No pre‑bid meeting or site visit required.
• Contract period is not fixed; equipment is rented by the hour with a minimum 8‑hour work‑order guarantee.
• Primary contact: Nick Cavender (Buyer), email [email protected], phone (502) 782‑3979.