Septic Tank Services - Cumberland Falls State Resort Park

The Kentucky Department of Parks is seeking a qualified vendor to provide septic tank services for Cumberland Falls State Resort Park through a Request for Quote (RFQ) procurement. The contract requires a licensed and insured contractor to perform sludge removal and hauling services, with an estimated 3,000 gallons of sludge to be removed monthly. Specifically, the vendor must complete service within 72 hours of request, with a projected 7-12 service events anticipated annually. The initial contract period is one year, with an option for a one-year renewal. Evaluation criteria are exclusively price-based, with 100 points allocated to pricing, which will be assessed on a per-thousand-gallon basis. The RFQ was issued on 05/29/2025, with quotes due by 06/10/2025 at 14:00. Vendor qualifications include a minimum of five years of experience in similar services and the ability to provide all necessary equipment such as trucks, storage tanks, pumps, and chemicals.

The procurement is open to vendors registered in the Commonwealth eProcurement System and is not restricted to specific enterprise designations. Vendors must carry vehicle liability and commercial general liability insurance and be responsible for all associated fees, licenses, permits, and transportation costs. The contract may potentially extend to additional locations like Wickliffe Mounds State Historic Site during the contract period. While no specific budget range is detailed, the procurement suggests a service-based contract with pricing determined by volume of sludge removed. Successful bidders must demonstrate compliance with all federal, state, and local regulatory requirements for waste disposal and transportation. The contract will be administered by the Kentucky Department of Parks, with the primary service location at Cumberland Falls State Resort Park in Corbin, Kentucky.