DMH Small Purchase CMHC Fuel Polishing, Treatment, and Testing Services

Illinois awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract to United Petroleum Service for fuel polishing, treatment, and testing services at Chester Mental Health Center. The contract, valued at $9,278.53, was awarded on March 31, 2026, with a completion date of June 30, 2026. The contracting organization is the Mental Health division (MENTHLTH444).

The scope of work encompasses polishing approximately 12,400 gallons of number 2 diesel fuel contained in two 15,000-gallon underground storage tanks, including sweeping tank bottoms to remove water, sediment, and microbial growth. United Petroleum Service is required to filter the fuel through a series of filters to eliminate emulsified water and contamination, treat the tanks with microbial control products in accordance with manufacturer specifications, and conduct laboratory testing to verify compliance with American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards. All work must be performed during normal business hours of 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, excluding state and federal holidays, with a minimum of two workdays advance coordination. The contractor must submit lab results to the facility's Chief Engineer and perform any necessary retreatment and re-polishing at no additional cost if fuel fails to meet specifications. The contract is subject to Illinois Chief Procurement Office General Services Standard Terms and Conditions, which establish mandatory requirements for payment, performance, compliance, and legal obligations.