KET DMX Lighting Programmer 2025

Kentucky Educational Television (KET) is seeking a DMX Lighting Programmer for its television studio lighting systems located at the Network Center in Lexington, Kentucky. The Request for Proposal (RFP) solicits a professional with a minimum of 10 years of DMX programming expertise to program lighting control systems for Studio A and Studio B. Key deliverables include programming ETC EOS show files, creating custom Magic Sheets, managing DMX distribution, and providing documentation and staff training. The contract will run from April 15, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with an option to renew for an additional two-year period. The evaluation process is comprehensive, with a total of 2,400 possible points distributed across technical proposal (1,800 points), cost proposal (400 points), and potential oral presentations (200 points). Technical evaluation criteria require submission of custom Magic Sheet examples, DMX maps, project photographs, and professional references. Proposals are due by April 3, 2025, at 4:30 PM EST and must be submitted electronically through the Kentucky Vendor Self Service System.

The RFP does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must be registered in the Commonwealth eProcurement System and will be evaluated based on their technical expertise and cost proposal, with the lowest-priced proposal receiving maximum points. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the solicitation indicates that the Commonwealth reserves the right to reject any or all proposals based on the best interests of the state. The contract is subject to approval by the Secretary of the Finance and Administration Cabinet and filing with the Legislative Research Commission's Government Contract Review Committee. Potential contractors will need to collaborate with a separate Lighting Designer and demonstrate extensive experience in DMX lighting programming for professional television studio environments. Successful respondents should be prepared to provide comprehensive documentation of their technical capabilities and past project experiences.