Fayette County - Temporary Winter Shelter - RFP-33-2026 (2026)
Fayette CountyCounty · Lexington, KY- Due
- Jul 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Sondra Stone
- (859) 258-3320
The 30-second brief
Fayette County is issuing RFP-33-2026 for a Temporary Winter Shelter to provide emergency housing services, beds/cots, security, janitorial, and basic medical support in Lexington, Kentucky. The approx budget is $2 million for a shelter accommodating approximately 200 residents, utilizing an area of 38,100 square feet. The submission deadline is July 24, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET, with a question deadline of July 15, 2026. Proposals must be submitted online as one PDF file via the Ionwave portal or directed to Central Purchasing.
Temporary winter shelter operations, Emergency housing, Beds, Cots, Security services, Janitorial services, Basic on-site medical services, Snow removal
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Summary
Fayette County is issuing RFP-33-2026 for a Temporary Winter Shelter to provide emergency housing services, beds/cots, security, janitorial, and basic medical support in Lexington, Kentucky.
The approx budget is $2 million for a shelter accommodating approximately 200 residents, utilizing an area of 38,100 square feet. The submission deadline is July 24, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET, with a question deadline of July 15, 2026. Proposals must be submitted online as one PDF file via the Ionwave portal or directed to Central Purchasing.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- Temporary winter shelter operations
- Emergency housing
- Beds
- Cots
- Security services
- Janitorial services
- Basic on-site medical services
- Snow removal
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
RFP package response in one PDF
- Submit to
- https://lexingtonky.ionwave.net/
- Scope location
- Lexington, KY
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Fayette County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 24, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://lexingtonky.ionwave.net/. For questions, contact Sondra Stone.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Fayette County in KY, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Sondra Stone at (859) 258-3320. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Temporary winter shelter operations, Emergency housing, Beds, Cots, Security services, Janitorial services, Basic on-site medical services, Snow removal. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Fayette County?
All active and historical solicitations from Fayette County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Fayette County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: RFP package response in one PDF. Review the full document from Fayette County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Lexington, KY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.