Closed Captioning Services for Government Access Television

The contract involves the provision of closed captioning services for the City of Lexington’s government access television, with a solicitation number RFP-45-2025 posted on November 12, 2025, and a response deadline of December 3, 2025. The procurement is managed by the Kentucky State, Local, Education, and Districts (SLED) organization, and the anticipated contract value ranges from $50,000 to $200,000. The primary point of contact is Sondra Stone, reachable via email and phone. The contract aims to secure professional services for captioning content broadcast on government access channels, ensuring accessibility compliance and high-quality transcription services. The solicitation emphasizes the submission of a single PDF response, with detailed instructions for vendors to include all required documentation, such as certifications and forms, within that file. The procurement process involves strict adherence to submission guidelines, including cybersecurity protocols and no contact policies outside designated channels. The contract size suggests a medium-scale service agreement, likely covering multiple years or a series of captioning projects. While specific FAR clauses and detailed evaluation criteria are not explicitly included, the solicitation aligns with standard government procurement practices, focusing on vendor qualifications, compliance, and service quality. The procurement process is designed to ensure transparency and competitive pricing, with the ultimate goal of providing accessible broadcast content for the community through reliable captioning services.