KHP SPONSORSHIP - Museum Exhibit Sponsor

The Kentucky Horse Park, operating under the Tourism, Arts & Heritage Cabinet of the Commonwealth of Kentucky, has issued a Request for Proposal for museum exhibit sponsorships. The procurement seeks cash sponsorship commitments for a Saddle Exhibit at the International Museum of the Horse, scheduled for display from March 2026 through December 2026. The exhibit will feature unique and rare saddles from various equestrian disciplines and cultures, including Japanese Edo Period, Native American, Chinese Qing Dynasty, and other international styles. Five total sponsorships are available at two distinct levels: one Presenting Sponsor position at $20,000 and four Exhibit Sponsor positions at $7,500 each. Sponsorship benefits include marketing recognition through facility signage, website listing, video board rotation, social media promotion, a small branded display within the exhibit, and up to five passes to the Kentucky Horse Park. Proposals must be submitted via the Vendor Self Service website by November 4, 2025, at 3:00 PM. Evaluation criteria utilizes a 100-point scale comprising 20 points for responsiveness to solicitation, 20 points for respondent background and compatibility with the Kentucky Horse Park's mission, and 60 points for the financial contribution offered, with a minimum score of 80 points required for consideration.

Respondents must submit a notarized affidavit confirming compliance with Kentucky campaign finance laws and demonstrate financial stability to fulfill their sponsorship commitment. All successful respondents must hold proper business authorization to operate in Kentucky and comply with state employment discrimination laws, tax laws, and occupational safety regulations. The RFP does not indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions limiting responses to particular enterprise categories such as disadvantaged, minority-owned, or women-owned businesses. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation materials. The agreement term spans the exhibit period of March through December 2026, with the Kentucky Horse Park retaining the right to terminate at its convenience upon thirty days' notice. For additional information regarding this sponsorship opportunity, interested parties should contact Karla DiNardo at karla.dinardo@ky.gov.