Septic Tank Services - Cumberland Falls State Resort Park

The Kentucky Department of Parks has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for Septic Tank Services at Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, located in Wayne County. The procurement seeks a qualified vendor to perform sludge removal and hauling services for the park's sewage treatment plant, with an estimated 3,000 gallons of sludge to be removed monthly. Vendors must provide all necessary equipment and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements. The contract will initially span one year, with an option to extend for an additional year, and services must be performed within 72 hours of request, with a projected 7-12 service times annually. Evaluation criteria are exclusively price-based, with 100% of points allocated to pricing, and vendors must demonstrate a minimum of five years of experience in similar services. The RFQ was issued on 05/12/2025, with responses due by 05/22/2025 at 14:00, and vendors are required to be registered in the Kentucky Vendor Self Service system.

Specific vendor qualifications include comprehensive insurance requirements, with mandatory vehicle liability and commercial general liability coverage at specified minimum amounts. While no explicit set-aside designations are mentioned, vendors must comply with state non-discrimination provisions and tax registration regulations. The solicitation does not indicate any restrictions on organization types or provide details about incumbent vendors. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement suggests a potential annual service value based on the 3,000 gallons per month requirement and anticipated 7-12 service intervals. Vendors will be selected using a best value approach, with pricing being the sole determinant of contract award. The contract's scope encompasses all aspects of septic tank sludge removal, hauling, and disposal, with a focus on efficient and compliant service delivery for the Cumberland Falls State Resort Park's sewage treatment infrastructure.