Annual Vehicle Filters

Colquitt County in Georgia is soliciting sealed bids for an annual vehicle filters contract for the calendar year 2026, with the procurement covering a comprehensive list of 53 specific vehicle filter numbers. The Invitation to Bid (ITB) requires vendors to provide alternate filter numbers and corresponding pricing for the county's maintenance and fleet operations. Sealed bids must be submitted by Monday, October 20, 2025, at 10:50 a.m. to the County Purchasing Agent's office, with bids to be publicly opened and read aloud at that time. The contract will commence on January 1, 2026, and conclude on December 31, 2026. Potential bidders are instructed that no bids may be withdrawn for 30 days after the submission deadline, and the Colquitt County Board of Commissioners reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids and to waive any formalities. Vendors with questions are directed to contact Lena Mercer, County Purchasing Agent, or Mac Lawson, Maintenance Superintendent, using the contact information provided in the bid document.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the bid document suggests a competitive procurement process open to multiple vendors capable of supplying the required vehicle filters. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the 53-filter requirement implies a potentially significant annual contract value. The procurement appears focused on securing a reliable supply of vehicle filters for Colquitt County's operational needs, with an emphasis on alternate part number flexibility and competitive pricing. Interested vendors should carefully review the detailed specifications and ensure their ability to meet the county's comprehensive filter requirements for the entire 2026 calendar year.