Marine Fuel

Sarasota County is seeking a qualified supplier to provide ethanol-free mid-grade unleaded marine gasoline on an as-needed basis for various departments, including Emergency Services, Stormwater operations, and Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources. The selected contractor must maintain at least one waterfront fuel dispensing facility located within a two-mile radius of 1059 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, Florida. Fuel must be available for purchase daily from 7:00 am to 7:00 am, 365 days per year, with the County anticipating an annual usage of approximately 8,000 gallons. The initial contract term is expected to be three years, with a quote limit of 150,000 dollars per project or contract year. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible offeror submitting the lowest total bid price, which must be quoted as a percentage markup applied to the supplier cost. Applicants must provide two verifiable references demonstrating waterfront marine fuel experience within the last seven years and submit all pricing and questionnaires through the OpenGov portal. Required insurance coverages include Commercial General Liability, Business Automobile Liability, Pollution Liability, and Workers Compensation, with specific requirements for maritime coverage if applicable. The County reserves the right to audit pricing documentation to ensure compliance with the contract terms.