25M4, Heating Oil and Off-Road Diesel

Frederick County Public Schools (FCPS) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP 25M4) to establish a contract for heating oil and off-road diesel supply and delivery to its schools and offices. The procurement seeks one or more vendors capable of providing fuel through transport and/or tank wagon delivery, with the understanding that actual quantity consumed will depend on market price comparisons between oil and natural gas. FCPS will utilize its own owned tanks for fuel storage. The solicitation requires electronic quote submissions exclusively through OpenGov Procurement, with proposals due by 1:00 P.M. local time on April 24, 2025. A mandatory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for April 11, 2025, at 2:30 P.M. via Google Meet, where potential vendors can gather additional information. The purchasing team, led by David Guzman, Bill Meekins, Kim Miskell, and Roy McHaffa, will oversee the procurement process. The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any bids and waive any informalities in the bidding process.

FCPS strongly encourages participation from Certified Minority Business Enterprises and emphasizes non-discrimination in its procurement activities. Vendors must register on https://emma.maryland.gov prior to contract award, which serves as a key qualification requirement. The solicitation is specifically focused on fuel procurement for Frederick County, Maryland, with the Board of Education located at 191 South East Street, Frederick, Maryland 21701. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the contract appears designed to provide flexible fuel procurement options based on market conditions. The procurement approach suggests a preference for competitive pricing and the ability to adapt to changing energy market dynamics. Vendors will need to demonstrate capability in reliable fuel delivery, competitive pricing, and the ability to work within the operational parameters of Frederick County Public Schools.