KDFWR - Veterans Shooting Range Operation

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources (KDFWR) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for comprehensive management and operation of a new public shooting range at the Veterans Memorial Wildlife Management Area (VMWMA) in Scott County. The RFI seeks vendor input on potential service models, operational approaches, and partnership structures for a staffed and actively managed facility. Interested vendors must provide detailed responses addressing eight primary topics: organizational experience with shooting range operations, proposed staffing and operational models, safety and compliance procedures, facility maintenance capabilities, customer service strategies, financial and business models, technology integration, and potential additional services or innovations. Written questions from vendors are due November 6, 2025, at 12:00 PM ET, with KDFWR responses provided by November 7, 2025, at 7:00 PM ET. RFI responses must be submitted electronically through the Commonwealth eProcurement System by November 14, 2025, at 12:00 PM ET. Vendors are required to register in the Vendor Self Service System at https://vss.ky.gov prior to submission, with registrations taking 24-48 hours to complete.

The RFI explicitly states that it is informational and does not constitute a commitment to issue a bid, award a contract, or reimburse response preparation costs. Vendors are prohibited from providing quotes or bids and are instead asked to discuss potential partnership models and revenue-sharing arrangements. All responses will be subject to Kentucky Open Records Law, and KDFWR reserves the right to request follow-up questions, seek clarification, and conduct virtual presentations. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, vendors must demonstrate substantial experience in shooting range operations, including relevant certifications, safety protocols, and customer service capabilities. The document indicates that KDFWR is open to innovative solutions that could enhance range operations and user experience, suggesting flexibility in potential partnership structures. No specific budget range or award value is provided in the current RFI, as this is a preliminary information-gathering process intended to inform a future Request for Proposal (RFP).