RFB-785-2700000018-2 | RFB080526 For License Operation of Self-Service Kayak Rental

The Kentucky Finance Facilities agency has issued a solicitation for the license to operate a self-service kayak rental program under reference RFB-785-2700000018-2, with the solicitation number RFB080526. The opportunity is open to qualified entities seeking authorization to provide unstaffed kayak rental services, likely within state-managed waterways or recreational areas under the jurisdiction of Kentucky. Interested parties must submit responses by the deadline of August 5, 2026, at 6:00 PM Eastern Time, with the solicitation posted on July 29, 2026. No specific set-aside type or NAICS code is indicated, indicating the opportunity is open to all eligible applicants regardless of business size or classification. The point of contact for inquiries is Jamie Bryant, reachable via email at jamie.bryant@ky.gov or by phone at 502-782-0360, with additional support provided by the Finance Facilities and Support Services teams. The place of performance is unspecified beyond “Other, KY,” suggesting the rental operations may span multiple locations or require flexibility in deployment across state-owned recreational sites. The contract is not tied to a specific city or facility, implying the licensee will have discretion in selecting viable operational sites subject to agency approval. All correspondence and submissions must be directed through the Kentucky Virtual State Systems portal at the provided UI link.