KET DMX Lighting Programmer 2025

Kentucky Educational Television (KET) is seeking a DMX Lighting Programmer for their television studio located in Lexington, with a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued on March 10, 2025, and proposals due by March 31, 2025, at 4:30 PM EST. The contract will initially run from April 15, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with a potential two-year renewal option. The selected contractor will be responsible for programming complex lighting schemes and presets, collaborating with lighting designers, creating custom ETC EOS Magic Sheets, managing DMX distribution, and providing staff training and documentation. Proposers must demonstrate a minimum of 10 years of DMX programming expertise and submit comprehensive technical documentation including Magic Sheet examples, DMX maps, project photographs, and professional references. The evaluation process is rigorous, with a total possible score of 2,400 points distributed across technical evaluation (1,800 points), cost proposal (400 points), and potential oral presentations (200 points). Electronic proposals must be submitted through the Kentucky Vendor Self Service System, adhering to specific formatting requirements outlined in the solicitation.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though Kentucky's standard resident and qualified bidder preferences will apply. The contract will be subject to approval by the Finance and Administration Cabinet and the Legislative Research Commission's Government Contract Review Committee. Proposers must integrate with KET's existing ETC EOS lighting control infrastructure at their Network Center in Lexington. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the solicitation suggests a professional services contract with compensation commensurate with the technical complexity and duration of the programming requirements. The evaluation will prioritize technical expertise and comprehensive DMX programming capabilities, with cost being a secondary but significant factor in vendor selection. Potential contractors should be prepared to demonstrate advanced technical proficiency in lighting control systems and the ability to create sophisticated, adaptable lighting environments for television production.