Opportunity
University Of Kentucky Uniofky #RE-0226-27
University of Kentucky seeks up to 150 residential units for graduate student housing with occupancy and rent guarantee.
Posted
September 22, 2026
Respond By
September 29, 2026
Identifier
RE-0226-27
NAICS
531110
The University of Kentucky is seeking proposals for up to 150 residential units to serve as graduate student housing. - Government Buyer: - University of Kentucky Procurement Services - Products/Services Requested: - Up to 150 residential units (studios, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom apartments) - All units must be single occupancy - Preference for furnished units - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Properties must be near campus or accessible via a direct bus line - University guarantees occupancy and rent payments, but leases are between property owners/managers and individual graduate students - Minimum agreement term of five years - Proposals must detail property type, location, unit breakdown, amenities, and compliance with OSHA, ADA, and building codes - Multiple awards possible; offerors do not need to provide all 150 units - Monthly verification of occupancy and rent payment required - No joint or per-bed leases; each unit leased to one student - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation.
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 payments, but leases will be between the selected offeror and individual graduate student lessees. Properties should be close to campus or accessible by a direct bus line. The agreement term is anticipated to be a minimum of five years, and proposals must include detailed property information and meet OSHA, ADA, and building code requirements.