RFB-758-2700000008-1 | Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, through the Department of Military Affairs and the Office of the Secretary, has issued solicitation RFB-758-2700000008-1 for a Personal Service Contract to provide Recruiting Coordinator services. The primary objective is to recruit at-risk youth candidates aged 15.5 to 18 years across the Commonwealth for the Appalachian ChalleNGe Academy. The anticipated period of performance is from September 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028, with the possibility of two additional two-year renewal terms. Performance is centered in Frankfort, Kentucky, with travel required to various locations, including Harlan, Kentucky. Proposals are evaluated using a point-based trade-off process totaling 185 points, with the highest weight placed on the Technical Proposal (100 points), specifically focusing on the candidate's qualifications and experience in youth recruiting. The Cost Proposal accounts for 60 points, and an optional oral presentation accounts for 25 points. Bidders must submit three separate electronic documents—Technical, Cost, and Proprietary—via the Kentucky Vendor Self Service portal by September 2, 2026. Key requirements include a minimum of five years of recruiting experience, adherence to state-specific insurance standards, and compliance with Kentucky Revised Statutes regarding tax and labor laws. Resident and Qualified Bidder statuses may provide preference points if supported by notarized affidavits.