Opportunity
University Of Kentucky Uniofky #UK-0226-27
University of Kentucky seeks up to 150 residential units for graduate student housing with occupancy and rent guarantee
Posted
September 15, 2026
Respond By
September 29, 2026
Identifier
UK-0226-27
NAICS
531110
The University of Kentucky is seeking proposals for the lease of up to 150 residential units to serve as graduate student housing. - Government Buyer: - University of Kentucky, Procurement Services - Products/Services Requested: - Lease of up to 150 residential units (studios, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom), all for single occupancy - Units must be located near campus or on a direct bus line to campus - Properties must comply with OSHA, ADA, and all applicable building codes - Unique or Notable Requirements: - University guarantees occupancy and rent payment for the units - Lease contracts will be between property owners and individual graduate student lessees - Proposals must include detailed property information, unit breakdown, photos, floor plans, owner contact information, and terms of the occupancy and rent guarantee agreement - Multiple awards possible; not necessary for a single offeror to provide all units or for all units to be in the same building - Minimum anticipated term is five years, with flexible terms considered - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a real estate lease opportunity
Description
The University of Kentucky is seeking proposals for up to 150 residential units for graduate student housing starting in Fall 2027. Units may be studios, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom, with single occupancy per unit. The university will guarantee occupancy and rent payment, but leases will be between the selected offeror and individual graduate student lessees. Properties should be close to campus or on a direct bus line to campus, and must meet OSHA, ADA, and building code requirements. Proposals must include detailed property information, unit breakdown, and terms of occupancy and rent guarantee agreements.