Fuel - Biodiesel and Unleaded

Madison County Transit (MCT) is seeking bids for the purchase and delivery of B11 Biodiesel Fuel and 87 Octane Unleaded Gasoline for the period of January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. The procurement is an indefinite delivery requirements contract for fuel deliveries to two primary locations: the UST site at 1 Transit Way in Pontoon Beach and the AST site at 1015 Longfellow Ave. in Edwardsville, Illinois. Estimated monthly usage is approximately 52,867 USGAL for biodiesel and 18,886 USGAL for unleaded fuel. Bidders must have at least two years of documented experience supplying these fuels and be registered to transport and sell fuel in Illinois. The contract establishes fixed delivery prices for transport truck trailer loads (7,500 USGAL Diesel, 6,500 Unleaded) and small tank wagon deliveries (200-600 USGAL), with pricing based on OPIS Fax-A-Rack or DTN Energy Fast Rack for specific regional areas. Bid submissions are due October 21, 2025, at 2:00 PM CDT through the Bonfire electronic portal, with questions accepted until October 3, 2025, at 2:00 PM CDT.

The solicitation includes provisions for small businesses and allows for various business sizes, with annual gross receipts ranging from less than $500,000 to more than $5,000,000. While a specific Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal is set at 0%, bidders must complete a DBE certification through the Illinois Unified Certification Program. The contract requires comprehensive insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 in comprehensive general liability, $1,000,000 in automobile liability, and $2,000,000 in pollution liability insurance. Bidders must comply with federal provisions, including Buy America requirements and federal tax liability certifications. Additional contract requirements include providing three professional references, submitting a list of potential subcontractors, and completing various federal and state-mandated certifications. The procurement is partially funded by the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), with payment terms of 45 days following invoice approval.