Bulk Fuel, Gasoline, Diesel, Marine, and Biodiesel ITBv2

The Florida Department of Management Services is issuing an Invitation to Bid (ITB No. 25-15100000-ITBv2) for a statewide bulk fuel contract covering multiple fuel product groups across four geographic regions: Western, Northern, Central, and Southern. The solicitation seeks to establish a State Term Contract for six specific fuel categories: Gasoline E10 (87 Octane), Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel, Red Dye Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel, Marine Grade Ethanol-Free Gasoline, Marine Diesel Fuel with Biocide Additive, and Biodiesel Blend. Deliveries will be required within 48 hours of customer order, with minimum delivery volumes ranging from 250 to 7,500 gallons depending on fuel type and delivery method. Pricing will be calculated using the Data Transmission Network (DTN) FastRacks Average Price with a contractor markup per region and fuel type. Key evaluation criteria include compliance with mandatory responsive requirements, drug-free workplace certification, and the ability to meet detailed quality specifications and delivery timelines. The solicitation was posted on September 22, 2025, with questions due by September 29, 2025, and bids due by October 20, 2025 at 11:00 AM, with anticipated contract award on or around October 28, 2025.

The contract allows participation from vendors capable of meeting comprehensive compliance requirements, including verification of not being on suspended vendor lists, compliance with E-Verify, and certification of no forced labor in commodity production. Vendors must provide documentation including a Principal Place of Business Letter, PUR 7801 Vendor Certification Form, and proof of compliance with various state statutory provisions. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed, the solicitation emphasizes fair competition across in-state and out-of-state businesses. The current bulk fuel contract has an average annual spend of $24,690,778, though this does not guarantee future spending levels. The department reserves the right to make multiple awards to different vendors based on the lowest calculated markup for each fuel group and delivery type within each region, with potential for up to five awards per category. The initial contract term will be three years, becoming effective on October 1, 2025, or the date of signing, and expiring on August 31, 2028, with potential for renewal.