Lumber for KCI

This is a Request for Bid (RFB) issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky's Finance and Administration Cabinet on behalf of the Department of Corrections for the procurement of various lumber products. The RFB includes a line-item list of required items, including Poplar, Meranti, Baltic Birch plywood, and Medium-Density Fiberboard (MDF), totaling approximately 3,750 board feet. Vendors may bid on one or more line items, and the evaluation will be based on a best value ranking approach considering price (90%) and delivery time (10%). The RFB has a closing date of January 29, 2024, at 1:30 PM ET, and successful bidders must provide proof of general liability and automobile insurance prior to award. Payment will be made within 30 working days of receipt of goods or invoice, and the contract may be cancelled with 30 days' notice.

The Commonwealth of Kentucky will give preferences to Kentucky resident bidders, qualified bidders, and the Department of Corrections Division of Prison Industries per Kentucky statutes. The solicitation is open to all qualified vendors, and there are no set-aside requirements indicated. The resulting contract will be for a one-time purchase, with no renewal options specified. The Commonwealth reserves the right to contract for large requirements through a separate solicitation and is not bound to accept any exceptions to the stated terms and conditions.