26-8659_-_Authorization_to_Advertise_FE.pdf

This is an Authorization to Advertise document issued by Collier County Board of County Commissioners Procurement Services Division on behalf of the Collier County Airport Authority for an Aviation Fuel Purchase and Delivery solicitation. The County seeks proposals from qualified vendors to provide aviation fuel purchase and delivery services to Collier County's three general aviation airports. The solicitation number is 26-8659, with proposals due on September 17, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST. The authorization was signed and approved on August 12, 2026, by Sandra Srnka, Procurement Director. No site visits, bidder's meetings, or specific award dates are referenced in this authorization document. The contract term and any renewal options are not specified in this file.

Historically, Collier County departments have spent approximately $5,500,000 annually on aviation fuel, though this amount may not be indicative of future purchasing patterns. The solicitation does not utilize local vendor preference and is not grant funded. The document confirms that a cost estimate was obtained, budgetary resources have been identified to fund the resulting award, and the procurement approach supports the management and operational needs of the Division while considering other using divisions' needs where applicable. All required signatures from the Design Professional, Project Manager, Division Director, and Procurement Strategist were obtained prior to release for advertisement.