KET Frankfort Studio Engineer

Kentucky Educational Television (KET) has issued Request for Proposal (RFP) 545 2600000120 for a Frankfort Studio Engineer contract to support its production facility, with proposals due on November 10, 2025, at 16:30 EST. The procurement seeks a highly qualified television studio engineer to primarily support legislative session broadcasts and provide comprehensive technological support for studio production activities. The initial contract term will run from December 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with potential for two additional two-year renewals. Evaluation of proposals will be conducted using a point-based system, with a maximum of 1000 points allocated specifically for television engineering experience, with a strong preference for candidates possessing at least 5 years of relevant studio engineering expertise. Key deliverables include maintaining production hardware and software systems, supporting studio operations, and providing engineering assistance during Kentucky General Assembly sessions, which encompass 60 days beginning January 1, 2026. The selected engineer will be compensated at a daily rate of $500 or a half-day rate of $250, with bi-monthly invoice submissions.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were mentioned in the documentation. The contract appears to be open to qualified individual engineers or engineering firms with demonstrable experience in broadcast technology, camera operations, audio systems, and production software. The RFP emphasizes technical competency and professional experience as primary selection criteria. While no incumbent vendor was identified, the contract suggests integration with existing KET studio infrastructure and technological systems. The total contract value is not explicitly stated, but the compensation structure of $500 per day for an estimated 60-day legislative session suggests a potential contract value around $30,000 for the initial term, not including potential renewals or additional special session work. Proposals must include detailed technical submissions, with particular emphasis on the candidate's resume demonstrating specific technical skills relevant to broadcast engineering.