RFB-605-2700000160-2 | DIELECTRIC & STRUCTURAL TESTING

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, through the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Division of Equipment, is soliciting bids for a master agreement to provide annual dielectric and structural testing for approximately 36 units of equipment across various KYTC locations. The scope of work includes structural analysis and specific AC dielectric tests, including 69 KV tests on upper booms, 50 KV tests on lower boom insulators, 35 KV tests on basket liners, and 21 KV breakdown tests on hydraulic system insulating oil. All testing must comply with the most recent OSHA requirements and be performed Monday through Friday between 7:30 am and 4:00 pm. To maintain the annual inspection cycle, services are typically conducted in August. The awarded vendor is not responsible for transporting equipment. The contract is for an initial term of one year from the date of award, with options for four additional one-year renewals and a final extension period not to exceed 90 days. Award will be based on a Best Value Ranking Approach, with price serving as the primary measurable criterion. Bidders must submit a single electronic response via the Kentucky Vendor Self Service portal by November 4, 2026, at 1:30 pm EST, and must bid on all line items to be considered. Payment is issued within 30 working days of invoice acceptance, with billing submitted to the Branch Manager of the C-1 Garage in Frankfort accompanied by local signatures verifying the testing outcomes. Contractors must comply with various Commonwealth laws, including non-discrimination and boycott provisions, and provide a certificate of insurance.