Amusement Ride Inspection Services-Permanent and Mobile

The state of Kentucky, through the Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA), is seeking proposals for amusement ride inspection services to supplement the work of the current KDA Amusement Ride Safety Branch staff. The contractor will perform around 4,000 annual inspections on rides at permanent locations, county fairs, and other as-needed locations across Kentucky, working under the direction of KDA. The RFP requires inspectors to have a minimum of a current NAARSO Certificate Level I or AIMS International Level I, with a NAARSO or AIMS Level II contractor employee on site for permanent park inspections. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM EST on August 28, 2024, and the initial contract term is from October 1, 2024 through June 30, 2026, with options to renew for up to two additional two-year periods. The RFP includes three inspection scenarios for pricing: permanent parks, county fairs, and as-needed inspections, with payment taken on site.

The RFP does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. There is no mention of incumbent vendors or current contractors, and the RFP does not provide any details on award values or budget ranges. The contractor must be able to work in collaboration with KDA staff as well as independently with ride owners/operators, and must provide proof of required insurance coverage.