RFB-605-2700000028-2 | Pedestal and Bases - FEDERAL - REBID

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) is issuing a rebid solicitation for a master agreement to procure pedestals and bases for transportation infrastructure, with solicitation number RFB-605-2700000028-2 and a response deadline of August 12, 2026. The procurement involves standardized components including pedestal poles with breakaway bases, anchor bolts, mounting brackets, pole feet, FSA boxes, and post tops, all subject to strict technical specifications requiring compliance with ASTM F1554, ASTM A123/A153, ASTM A193 Grade B8, UL 514A, and FHWA/KYTC MASH safety standards. Products must be constructed with hot-dip galvanized steel or stainless steel components, and all items must be packaged individually with clear labeling, including a 3x2 inch shock hazard sticker on each pedestal door made of specific UV-resistant polycarbonate material with approved adhesive. Deliveries are to be made F.O.B. Destination, freight prepaid, to locations across Kentucky as directed by KYTC via individual delivery orders, with vendors expected to meet a target delivery schedule of 10 calendar days after order placement. The evaluation process is heavily weighted toward price, accounting for 95% of the scoring, with delivery performance contributing 5%, and non-price factors including past vendor performance, insurance compliance, and insurer credibility playing critical risk-based roles. A Certificate of Insurance with no less than $1,000,000 coverage, issued by an insurer with an AM Best rating of B+ or higher, is mandatory and failure to submit proper documentation renders a bid non-responsive. Vendors must also provide certifications under the Build America, Buy America Act and the prohibition on certain telecommunications equipment, and must complete affidavits on non-collusion and DBE participation if applicable. Kentucky-resident bidders must submit evidence of tax and unemployment insurance compliance, while DBE and nonprofit entities serving individuals with severe disabilities must provide official certifications. The contract has an initial term ending August 31, 2027, with an option for up to four one-year renewals; price adjustments require prior written approval, and substitutions or alternate products must be formally documented and proven equivalent or superior. All submissions must be made electronically via the Kentucky Vendor Self Service portal with attachments uploaded under specified limits, and no physical or email submissions are accepted. Failure to comply with formatting, inclusion of required certifications,