CNC Cylinder Boring Machine

The Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) is soliciting bids for a new CNC Cylinder Boring Machine to be delivered to the Ashland Community and Technical College in Grayson, Kentucky. The equipment must be a new and current model, as used or refurbished units are prohibited. Key technical specifications include a horizontal travel (X Axis) of 44 inches and a vertical movement (Z Axis) of 15 inches, along with specific tooling such as boring inserts and micrometer assemblies. The machine must be UL certified and comply with OSHA, NFPA 70, NFPA 79, and the Kentucky Building Code. All equipment must be listed and labeled by a nationally recognized testing laboratory (NRTL) or certified by a Professional Engineer licensed in Kentucky. The contract will be awarded based on Best Value using a ranking approach, with price serving as the primary measurable criterion worth 100 points. Bids are due by November 30, 2026, and must be submitted via Bid Locker or as a hard copy to Versailles, Kentucky. The scope of the bid includes the machine itself, UL certification for three-phase electric power, on-site training, and freight charges, all shipped FOB Destination. Suppliers must provide certificates of insurance, including products liability insurance, and certify that they are not in violation of conflict of interest laws. Bidders must identify as either a manufacturer or an authorized dealer with a supporting Letter of Authorization.