25-08 Houston County Fuel Bid

Houston County, Georgia, is soliciting sealed bids for a 12-month fuel contract to be awarded on December 17, 2024, with a contract period from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025. The procurement opportunity involves supplying approximately 230,000 gallons of Unleaded Plus Gasoline (minimum 89 octane with 10% Volume Ethanol) and 370,000 gallons of Clear-15 Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel with no biodiesel content. Vendors must quote a cents-per-gallon markup based on the Georgia OPIS average daily price, excluding taxes. Bids are due by 2:00 pm on December 5, 2024, at the Houston County Board of Commissioners meeting. The county will evaluate bids based on best value, with delivery required to three designated drop points on an "as needed" basis. Bidders must ensure their fuel meets all specified requirements, and the county reserves the right to reject any materials that do not conform to the detailed specifications.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on bidder types are explicitly mentioned, the solicitation provides historical context by noting that James River Solutions was the previous vendor. The county has included past bid tabulations and sample invoices to assist potential bidders in understanding the procurement process. Although a precise award value is not specified, the total fuel volume of approximately 600,000 gallons suggests a significant contract value. The solicitation includes an optional one-year renewal, which could extend the potential contract value and duration. Prospective bidders should carefully review the attached bid document, particularly noting the county's strict requirements for fuel specifications and delivery expectations. The procurement appears designed to ensure a competitive and flexible fuel supply arrangement for Houston County's operational needs.