Kentucky Community and Technical College System Airplane Lease - KCT-01446 (2026)
Kentucky Community And Technical College SystemHigher Ed · Versailles, KY- Due
- May 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Vickie Dillon
The 30-second brief
The Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS), Somerset Community College, is seeking competitive bids for an airplane lease for its aviation program under solicitation KCT-01446. The aircraft will be delivered to Lake Cumberland Regional Airport located at 500 W O. Newell Dr., Somerset, KY 42503. Required specifications include a 1967 Cessna 172H with no more than 4,269 total airframe hours, no more than 300 hours since major overhaul, a fresh annual inspection in June 2026 or later, and specific avionics including Garmin G3X Primary Flight Display, GFC 500 Autopilot, and GNC 355 WAAS GPS/COM. The initial contract term is 2 years with one 1-year renewal option. Sealed bids must be received by May 27, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST. The evaluation will be based on Best Value, considering hourly rates and measurable criteria.
1967 Cessna 172H airplane lease, Delivery to Lake Cumberland Regional Airport, Aircraft maintenance records and logs, Garmin G3X Primary Flight Display with Engine Information System, Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot, Garmin GNC 355 WAAS GPS/COM, Garmin GNC 215 NAV/COM, Garmin G5 Standby ADI/HIS, Garmin GTX 35R Remote Transponder, Garmin GMA 245R Remote Audio Panel, Hobbs hour reading meter
Hourly Rate, 100 Points
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Summary
The Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS), Somerset Community College, is seeking competitive bids for an airplane lease for its aviation program under solicitation KCT-01446.
The aircraft will be delivered to Lake Cumberland Regional Airport located at 500 W O. Newell Dr., Somerset, KY 42503. Required specifications include a 1967 Cessna 172H with no more than 4,269 total airframe hours, no more than 300 hours since major overhaul, a fresh annual inspection in June 2026 or later, and specific avionics including Garmin G3X Primary Flight Display, GFC 500 Autopilot, and GNC 355 WAAS GPS/COM. The initial contract term is 2 years with one 1-year renewal option. Sealed bids must be received by May 27, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST. The evaluation will be based on Best Value, considering hourly rates and measurable criteria.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Hourly Rate, 100 Points
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- 1967 Cessna 172H airplane lease
- Delivery to Lake Cumberland Regional Airport
- Aircraft maintenance records and logs
- Garmin G3X Primary Flight Display with Engine Information System
- Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot
- Garmin GNC 355 WAAS GPS/COM
- Garmin GNC 215 NAV/COM
- Garmin G5 Standby ADI/HIS
- Garmin GTX 35R Remote Transponder
- Garmin GMA 245R Remote Audio Panel
- Hobbs hour reading meter
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Signed Invitation to Bid form
- Three supplier references
- Signed addenda acknowledgement
- Submit to
- https://bidlocker.us/a/kctcs/BidLocker
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Somerset, KY
- Reported agency
- Kentucky Community and Technical College System
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Kentucky Community And Technical College System?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 27, 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://bidlocker.us/a/kctcs/BidLocker. For questions, contact Vickie Dillon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Kentucky Community And Technical College System 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 Bid 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 Vickie Dillon. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 1967 Cessna 172H airplane lease, Delivery to Lake Cumberland Regional Airport, Aircraft maintenance records and logs, Garmin G3X Primary Flight Display with Engine Information System, Garmin GFC 500 Autopilot, Garmin GNC 355 WAAS GPS/COM, Garmin GNC 215 NAV/COM, Garmin G5 Standby ADI/HIS, Garmin GTX. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Hourly Rate, 100 Points" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Kentucky Community And Technical College System?
All active and historical solicitations from Kentucky Community And Technical College System are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Kentucky Community And Technical College System regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Signed Invitation to Bid form, three supplier references, signed addenda acknowledgement. Review the full document from Kentucky Community And Technical College System for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Somerset, KY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.