Bulk Fuel Services: Diesel and Gasoline

This state and local contracting opportunity is for Bulk Fuel Services: Diesel and Gasoline issued by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). The solicitation is for services to provide fuel, including gasoline and diesel, to be delivered to various TxDOT locations across the state. The contract term is from the date of execution until December 26, 2024, with no option to renew. Responses are due by August 26, 2024 at 10:00 AM Central Time. Respondents must submit a HUB Subcontracting Plan, as TxDOT has determined that subcontracting opportunities are probable. Pricing for the fuel is based on the OPIS - CONT NET AVG plus the vendor's constant, which includes the vendor's profit margin, loading charges, and operational overhead costs. Estimated annual usage and delivery quantities are provided in the Pricing Schedules. TxDOT is a bonded user of dyed diesel fuel and is exempt from state and federal taxes on diesel fuel. The contract may be terminated for unsatisfactory vendor performance.

This is an emergency purchase under Texas Government Code, and the contract will be awarded to the respondent that provides the best value to the state, as determined by factors such as price, quality, and reliability. The solicitation does not mention any set-asides or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. It also does not provide information on any incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it specify a possible award value or budget range. The quantities provided in the Pricing Schedules are estimates for bid evaluation purposes only, and the actual purchase order amount will be set at the amount TxDOT may spend.