Lubricant, Reolube 46B EHC Fluid

The City of Austin Purchasing Office is requesting quotations for Reolube 46B EHC Fluid lubricant under IFQ 1100 BAS1099, with quotes due September 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM. The procurement initially prioritizes certified HUBS and M/WBE vendors; if adequate quotes are not received from certified contractors, the solicitation will be posted online for all registered vendors in the applicable commodity codes.

The scope is Reolube 46B EHC Fluid supplied in 55-gallon drums with two Certificates of Analysis from an approved manufacturer. The reference standard is FMC Corporation's Reolube 46B product; vendors offering equivalent products must submit materials specifications, descriptive literature, manufacturer information, and applicable industrial standards. If the lubricant is classified as hazardous material, Safety Data Sheets must accompany the offer and each shipment. Delivery is FOB Destination to Austin Energy-Sand Hill Energy Center at 1101 Falwell Lane, Del Valle, Texas 78617, with all freight charges included in the item price.

Vendors must submit pricing on the standardized price sheet, identifying the manufacturer and part number and referencing the solicitation number in all communications. The City is exempt from federal excise tax and state sales tax — tax must not be included in quoted prices. Payment is due within thirty days of receipt of properly documented invoices contingent upon satisfactory delivery and subject to applicable payment discounts at the City's discretion. The City reserves the right to determine product equivalency, terminate the contract at any time for any reason, and requires compliance with federal, state, and local law including wage theft certification and non-discrimination policies under Austin City Code. Contact Bailie Shotwell at 512-974-1977 or Bailie.Shotwell@AustinTexas.gov.