Meade County College & Career Center CNC Fiber Laser Table

The Commonwealth of Kentucky Finance and Administration Cabinet, procuring on behalf of the Kentucky Department of Education, is requesting sealed bids for one CNC fiber laser table for the Meade County College & Career Center, with bids due October 12, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. ET. Kentucky resident bidders are eligible for reciprocal preference, and qualified bidders including Kentucky Correctional Industries, Kentucky Industries for the Blind, and qualified nonprofit agencies for individuals with severe disabilities receive preference equal to 15–20 percent of maximum points.

The equipment specification is a 5-foot by 10-foot enclosed single-bed laser table with a 6 kilowatt maximum laser source and upgraded 8 kilowatt BOCHU laser head, 22-inch monitor with computer system, WiFi and Bluetooth connectivity, lifetime software license, fully enclosed table with eye protection glass, upgraded 3/16-inch thick slats, and removable rolling trays. The package includes a 20 horsepower screw compressor with refrigerated air dryer, dust collection box, oxygen regulator and compressor fittings, one year of consumables, onsite assembly, and onsite training. All equipment must fit within a 15-foot by 20-foot space. Delivery and installation are to the Area Technology Center – Meade County at 110 Greer Street, Brandenburg, Kentucky 40108.

Award will be determined using Best Value methodology allocating 90 points to price, 5 points to delivery time, and 5 points to warranty period. Pricing shall be submitted on an F.O.B. Destination Freight Prepaid and Allowed basis, with the bidder responsible for all shipment and freight charges. All proposed pricing must remain valid for a minimum of 60 calendar days after the bid due date. Vendors must provide proof of Commercial General Liability Insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, and Automobile Liability Insurance if applicable. This is a one-time award with no renewal options. Bids must be submitted electronically through the Commonwealth's eProcurement system. Vendors must be registered in the Vendor Self Service System prior to submission and must complete a notarized Annual Affidavit certifying compliance with Kentucky Revised Statutes 45A.110 and 45A.115 regarding campaign finance laws. Contact Angie Johnson at 502-564-6194 for additional information.