Idot diesel & biodiesel fuel rebid

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is seeking bids to establish contract(s) for the purchase of diesel and biodiesel fuel on an as-needed basis during the contract period. The initial contract term is from upon execution to April 30, 2021, with options to renew for up to two additional years. IDOT is soliciting bids for dyed and clear diesel fuel oil grades 1D and 2D, 5% biodiesel blends, and a winter additive. Bids are due by January 7, 2020 at 12:00 pm Central Time, and the contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder submitting the lowest price. Pricing will be based on the DTNERGY FastRack weekly posted prices for the Chicago and Rockford areas, plus the bidder's quoted differential charges per gallon for freight, handling, profit, and other costs. The contract will enable IDOT to purchase diesel and biodiesel fuel as needed during the contract period, covering jurisdictions within the state of Illinois, including Lee County.

There is no small business set-aside for this solicitation, but there are minority, women, and veteran-owned business participation goals. The total payments under the contract shall not exceed $664,305.15 without a formal amendment. The Notice of Award indicates that the contract was awarded to two vendors, Piatt County Service Company and Illini FS Inc., for a total of $70,132.81, with Piatt County Service Company awarded $21,557.05 and Illini FS Inc. awarded $48,575.76. No information is provided regarding any incumbent contractors or funding sources.