Biological Fats, Oils, and Grease Treatment at Lockart Pump Station

The City of Philadelphia is soliciting quotes for biological fats, oils, and grease treatment services at Lockart Pump Station on a sole-source basis, with quotes due July 24, 2026. This is a micro purchase awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

The City will award the contract as a whole or by line item at its discretion. Sellers must quote all items to remain eligible for award and may not commence delivery or services until notified by the department. The contract term is 365 days from the effective date specified in PHLContracts, with automatic termination thereafter.

The solicitation carries a micro-purchase ceiling of $45,000, adjusted annually by the percentage increase in CPI-U from January 1, 2020 and rounded to the nearest $1,000. Prices must be quoted net, FOB Destination Point, exclusive of taxes. The City is tax exempt and will not pay federal excise, transportation, or Pennsylvania sales taxes. Payment follows delivery and City approval via mandatory electronic deposit.

Submission is electronic through PHLContracts at www.PHLContracts.phila.gov. Vendors must complete all required tabs, including verification of seller role, confirmation of Local Business Entity certification status (if applicable), unit cost entry for all line items, acceptance of terms and conditions, and submission of an executed Consent & Authorization form filed in their vendor profile. Quotes lacking this form will not be considered. Submission of an optional LGBTQ Applicant Opportunity Data Form is available.

The seller must carry Workers' Compensation insurance at statutory limits, General Liability insurance with a minimum of $500,000 per occurrence, and Automobile Liability insurance with a minimum of $300,000 per occurrence. The seller must comply with applicable laws, nondiscrimination requirements, ethics standards, and tax requirements, including Philadelphia business tax registration if not already obtained.