Communications Franchise Document and Opportunity Summary

This file comprises a Communications Ordinance (ORD 077 2018) and a related Request for Bid Proposals issued by Louisville/Jefferson County Metro Government in Kentucky for communications franchises. The ordinance establishes the regulatory framework under which bidders may obtain non-exclusive franchises to erect, install, or maintain communication service facilities within Louisville Metro's rights of way. Bid proposals are being solicited pursuant to Chapter 116 of the Louisville Metro Code of Ordinances, which is being updated and revised as part of this solicitation. All bid submissions must comply with Chapter 116.71(D) and Chapter 116.02(D) requirements and must be filed through Louisville Metro Government's Procurement Portal at https://louisvilleky.bonfirehub.com/portal/?tab=openOpportunities. The franchise will be awarded and operated under the terms of Chapter 116 as in effect at the time the bid is approved, with provisions allowing for ordinance amendments during the awarded franchise term.

The solicitation is structured as a competitive bid process with Louisville Metro reserving the right to accept any bid, reject all bids, or waive irregularities and informalities in franchise award decisions. All bidders must comply with Louisville Metro procurement laws, regulations, and procedures in addition to ordinance requirements. No specific pricing terms, minimum project values, or contract term lengths are detailed in the legal notice. The opportunity is open to all qualified parties interested in providing communication services, with the awards being non-exclusive, allowing multiple franchise holders to operate within the same jurisdiction.