Aviation fuel

The Orange County Commissioners' Court in Texas has issued an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for the procurement of aviation fuel for the Orange County Airport. The successful bidder(s) will provide quality aviation fuel products and services as needed, with payment to be made from the Orange County Airport Departmental budget. Bids are due by 2:00 p.m. CST on Wednesday, September 13, 2023 at the Orange County Purchasing Agent's Office. Orange County reserves the right to award the bid by unit or lump sum to the most qualified responsible bidder, and to increase or decrease quantities as needed. Orange County also reserves the right to waive any formalities or technicalities, or to reject any or all bids if it is in the best interest of the County.

The IFB states that Orange County will affirmatively ensure that minority enterprises are afforded full opportunity to submit bids, and that they will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in the award consideration. The pricing and other terms of the contract are not specified, and there are no details provided on incumbent vendors or current contractors, or any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The available budget range for this procurement is also not disclosed.