PSD Lubricants, Greases & Oils (Virgin)

This state and local contracting opportunity is for the procurement of lubricants, greases, and oils (virgin) by the State of Illinois, Department of Central Management Services (CMS). The contract covers 82 line items and has a total award amount of $464,045.12 over a 36-month base term, with the option for 1-36 month or 3-12 month renewals. The procurement was conducted through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) process, with the contract awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Valdes, LLC. The goods and services being procured include a wide range of lubricants, greases, and oils required by the state for various applications. Bidders must demonstrate their ability to meet the technical specifications and delivery requirements outlined in the solicitation documents.

The contract has a Business Enterprise Program (BEP) utilization requirement, but no Veteran Business Program (VBP) utilization was required. The two unsuccessful bidders were GrainCo FS, Inc. ($316,212.81) and Premium Oil Dist., Inc. ($134,284.88). The contract is intended to serve the needs of St. Clair County, Illinois, and the total award value of $464,045.12 indicates the significant scope and scale of this procurement. Interested vendors must submit their bids by the due date of May 23, 2018.