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IFB 027-003 Delivery of Lubricating Oil for VRE Locomotives
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Virginia Railway Express (VRE) is seeking a qualified contractor through Invitation for Bids (IFB) 027-003 to deliver locomotive lubricating oil and railroad lubricating products to its Maintenance and Storage Facilities in Bristow and Fredericksburg, Virginia. The required products include Main Engine Lubricating Oil, Locomotive Head End Power (HEP) Engine Lubricating Oil, Traction Motor Support Bearing Oil, and Air Compressor Lubricating Oil. Main Engine and HEP oils must be delivered in bulk into VRE-provided 300-gallon portable tanks, while all other products are to be delivered in 55-gallon drums. Deliveries typically occur once to twice per week between 7:30 A.M. and 5:00 P.M. ET, Monday through Friday, though the contractor must remain available 24/7 for emergency requests. This is a firm-fixed unit price contract with a base period of one year and four optional one-year extensions, for a total potential duration of five years. Award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on total price, with consideration given to the bidder's past experience and capacity to perform. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically via the eVA portal by October 8, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. ET. Requirements for the selected contractor include maintaining an approved Site Specific Safety Plan, adhering to strict safety and security guidelines for railroad property, and complying with various federal and state non-discrimination and civil rights regulations.
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VA and/or Bristow, VA, USASet-Aside
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Bids will be considered from qualified and experienced companies who are regularly established in the business of providing lubricating oil products and in the judgment of VRE are financially responsible.
Please be advised that it is your responsibility to monitor this site for any addenda. Failure to submit signed addenda may be grounds to declare your Bid non-responsive.
Bids are due October 8, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. ET.
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