Sealed Bid: Oil

Memphis Light, Gas and Water Division (MLGW) is soliciting sealed bids for 10,000 gallons of SAE 15W40 multi-viscosity universal motor oil under RFQ 1804848-2, with bids due October 6, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. The oil must meet API Service Designation CK-4 and SN and comply with equipment manufacturer specifications from Mack, GMC Allison, Cummins, and Mercedes. Four manufacturers are acceptable: Citgo Citgard 600, Exxon Mobil Delvac 1300 Super, Shell Rimula Super, and Warren Oil Lubriguard.

The oil must achieve a minimum Total Base Number of 9.2, viscosity index of at least 135, and pour point of -20 degrees Fahrenheit or lower. Delivery is bulk to designated MLGW tank locations in Memphis, Tennessee, with next-day delivery from order date required. The resulting contract will be a Blanket Purchase Agreement. Pricing terms are FOB Memphis with freight prepaid and allowed; payment processing requires a minimum of 30 days from invoice receipt.

Bidders must be registered suppliers with MLGW's iSupplier Portal and submit complete bid packages including technical data sheets and completed bid forms; bids must be signed in blue ink. The procurement includes MLGW's Supplier Diversity Program with potential Local Small Business participation goals. No contact with MLGW representatives other than the designated buyer, Debby White (Debby.White@mlgw.org), is permitted after bid receipt. All bids are subject to comprehensive provisions addressing delivery, quality standards, inspection and rejection rights, insurance requirements, indemnification, and compliance with applicable federal and state laws.