Auto Fluids BPD Fleet

The City of Boston, on behalf of the Boston Police Department (BPD), is issuing an invitation for sealed bids to procure auto fluids for fleet operations under Event EV00017413. The procurement covers the supply of auto fluids with an estimated one-year term. Bidders must submit firm bid prices in accordance with specifications provided on the Bid Response Form and must respond through the City of Boston Supplier Portal at boston.gov/procurement or contact Michael Walsh at 617-635-3706 or Michael.walsh@boston.gov for additional information. All sealed bids must be received no later than May 20, 2026 at 12:00 PM, with public bid opening scheduled for the same date at One City Hall Square, Room 808, Boston, MA 02201. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and award the contract to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with a maximum acceptance period of ninety days following bid opening. Contract award is subject to approval by the Mayor of Boston and the availability of appropriated funds.

Prospective bidders must comply with all Massachusetts laws, including prevailing wage requirements if applicable, Worker's Compensation insurance, professional and liability insurance as specified in the solicitation, and non-discrimination provisions. The City of Boston is exempt from federal excise taxes and Massachusetts sales and use tax, and exemption certificates will be provided following contract award. Contractors are required to maintain performance and compliance records for seven years following final payment. The procurement documents do not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise restrictions, incumbent vendors, or specific budget ranges; bidders should consult the complete solicitation details available through the City of Boston Supplier Portal for comprehensive specifications, evaluation criteria, and any additional requirements related to this auto fluids procurement.