Infrared Night Vision Monocular

The Commonwealth of Kentucky Finance and Administration Cabinet, on behalf of the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, issued a Request for Bid (RFB 758 2100000601) for the procurement of five infrared night vision monocular units intended for bat research in caves. The solicitation was released on April 19, 2021, with written questions due by April 26, 2021 at 10:00 AM ET and a closing date of May 3, 2021 at 1:30 PM ET. Each unit must meet specific technical specifications including unfilmed/filmless technology, autogated technology with manual gain control, a built-in IR illuminator, Generation 3 minimum rating, white phosphor technology, waterproof capability to at least ten feet depth, and a minimum Figure of Merit (FOM) of 1200, with the ATN PVS14-4 referenced as the baseline model or approved equivalent. Each unit must include an appropriately-sized carrying case, compatible headgear for device attachment, instruction and operating manuals, and a minimum two-year warranty at no additional cost to the Commonwealth. Bidders must submit responses electronically through the Commonwealth eProcurement system with registration required 24-48 hours prior to submission, and delivery is required within sixty calendar days of award on an F.O.B. Destination Freight Prepaid and Allowed basis with a one percent daily deduction from invoices for each day delivery is delayed. The contract will be awarded on a group all basis, requiring vendors to bid all line items, and evaluation criteria include price (100 points) as the primary factor, with delivery and warranty as pass/fail requirements.

The solicitation provides reciprocal preference for Kentucky resident bidders in accordance with KRS 45A.490-494 and additional preferences for qualified bidders including Kentucky Correctional Industries (20 percent preference) and qualified nonprofit organizations serving individuals with severe disabilities (15 percent preference). All bidders must be registered in the Commonwealth eProcurement system and submit completed bid information with best pricing, confirmation of the sixty-day delivery requirement, and evidence of two-year minimum warranty compliance. Prior to award, successful bidders must submit Revenue Form 10A100, Certificate of Authority if required, required affidavits including the Annual Affidavit and Other Affidavits for 2020 demonstrating compliance with Kentucky statutes and regulations, and EEO forms if applicable. The solicitation does not identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it specify a budget range or award value; however, the specific quantity of five units and detailed technical specifications provide clarity regarding procurement scope. The Commonwealth reserves the right to establish an award contract for the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources, with the contract subject to cancellation with thirty days' written notice, and all resulting contracts governed by Kentucky law with disputes adjudicated in Franklin Circuit Court.