Passenger Boarding Ramps
ID: 26-022-ITB -Commodities
• State: Kentucky
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Background
The Kenton County Airport Board (KCAB) is seeking to procure two Universal Passenger Boarding Ramps to support safe and efficient boarding and deplaning operations at remote airport locations. These ramps must accommodate various aircraft types including regional jets, narrow-body, and wide-body aircraft.
Work Details
The contract involves the manufacture, delivery, and commissioning of two (2) universal, all-weather, solar-electric Passenger Boarding Ramps. The ramps must meet the following specifications:
- **Aircraft Compatibility:** Must service aircraft with various front door sill heights including ERJ-145, CRJ-700/900, ERJ-170/175 (Regional Jets), Boeing 737, Airbus A320 (Narrow-Body), and Boeing 767, 787, 777, Airbus A330, A350, A380 (Wide-Body).
- **Structural & Safety Features:** Full roof with side protection; high-traction non-slip walking surface; integrated LED lighting; extra-wide upper landing platform; ramp angle not exceeding 8 degrees for accessibility; separate access stairs for aircrew.
- **Drive System & Maneuverability:** Fully electric drivetrain with solar-powered battery recharging; remote control steering; electric height adjustment; heavy-duty solid drive wheels; safety signaling with orange flashing beacon.
- **Operational Requirements:** Delivery of fully assembled units or assembly on-site at CVG; on-site operational training for staff; compliance with FAA and OSHA standards.
Period of Performance
The delivery of the ramps must occur within 180 days from receipt of order.
Place of Performance
Delivery is to be made to the Central Warehouse located at 300 Maintenance Court, Hebron, Kentucky 41048.
Bidder Requirements
Bidders must demonstrate at least five years of experience in manufacturing aircraft boarding equipment. They must provide a list of three commercial airports currently utilizing the proposed model or a similar unit. Bidders are required to offer a minimum two-year comprehensive warranty and a ten-year structural warranty. Compliance documentation with SAE ARP1247 and applicable FAA Advisory Circulars is also required.
The Kenton County Airport Board (KCAB) is seeking to procure two Universal Passenger Boarding Ramps to support safe and efficient boarding and deplaning operations at remote airport locations. These ramps must accommodate various aircraft types including regional jets, narrow-body, and wide-body aircraft.
Work Details
The contract involves the manufacture, delivery, and commissioning of two (2) universal, all-weather, solar-electric Passenger Boarding Ramps. The ramps must meet the following specifications:
- **Aircraft Compatibility:** Must service aircraft with various front door sill heights including ERJ-145, CRJ-700/900, ERJ-170/175 (Regional Jets), Boeing 737, Airbus A320 (Narrow-Body), and Boeing 767, 787, 777, Airbus A330, A350, A380 (Wide-Body).
- **Structural & Safety Features:** Full roof with side protection; high-traction non-slip walking surface; integrated LED lighting; extra-wide upper landing platform; ramp angle not exceeding 8 degrees for accessibility; separate access stairs for aircrew.
- **Drive System & Maneuverability:** Fully electric drivetrain with solar-powered battery recharging; remote control steering; electric height adjustment; heavy-duty solid drive wheels; safety signaling with orange flashing beacon.
- **Operational Requirements:** Delivery of fully assembled units or assembly on-site at CVG; on-site operational training for staff; compliance with FAA and OSHA standards.
Period of Performance
The delivery of the ramps must occur within 180 days from receipt of order.
Place of Performance
Delivery is to be made to the Central Warehouse located at 300 Maintenance Court, Hebron, Kentucky 41048.
Bidder Requirements
Bidders must demonstrate at least five years of experience in manufacturing aircraft boarding equipment. They must provide a list of three commercial airports currently utilizing the proposed model or a similar unit. Bidders are required to offer a minimum two-year comprehensive warranty and a ten-year structural warranty. Compliance documentation with SAE ARP1247 and applicable FAA Advisory Circulars is also required.
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Opportunity ID
26-022-ITB -Commodities
Response Deadline
May 21, 2026
Past Due
Date Posted
April 30, 2026
Source
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$500,000 - $1,500,000
(AI estimate)
Agency Distribution
Low
On 4/30/26 Customer Experience in Kentucky issued Passenger Boarding Ramps with ID 26-022-ITB -Commodities due 5/21/26.
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