Description
This solicitation is a Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) request for the rental of a wide range of heavy construction equipment with qualified operators for District 8 projects. Vendors must submit hourly rates for each piece of equipment, provide manufacturer/model details, and be able to mobilize equipment quickly (emergency mobilization fee applies). The contract will be awarded to the lowest‑priced bidder who also offers the fastest response time, with a guaranteed minimum of eight hours per work order. The equipment list includes excavators (standard and long‑reach), dump trucks, articulated trucks, skid‑steer loaders, various attachments (hammer, mulching, road widener, vibratory roller, etc.), a hydraulic crane, and flaggers. All work is performed under KYTC supervision and must comply with state safety and labor regulations.
• Minimum contract start 09/17/2026, bid closing 10/08/2026 13:30 EST.
• Online submission only via Kentucky e‑Procurement system.
• Required documentation: registration, certificates, insurance, equipment specs, affidavits (resident/qualified bidder, anti‑illegal‑immigrant, AI use).
• Hourly rates are the basis of award; the lowest bid receives 95 % of the score, fastest response time receives 5 %.
• Emergency mobilization bonus of $750 per piece if on‑site within 24 hrs.
• Equipment must be in excellent mechanical condition and include fuel/lubrication and an operator (except light plants).