Purchased of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) is soliciting bids under IFB Doc1570065447 for a firm-fixed-price contract to supply and deliver Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) to its bus operating facilities in Houston, Texas. The contract spans a three-year term from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2028, with an estimated annual delivery volume of 52.5 million gallons. To be eligible, the contractor's fuel racks must be located within 25 miles of designated METRO facilities, including Kashmere, Polk, Northwest, West, Hiram Clarke, and Fallbrook BOFs. Deliveries are required between 7:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., Monday through Sunday, with a mandate to provide a minimum weekly withdrawal capacity of 200,000 gallons during emergencies. Fuel must adhere to strict quality standards, including ASTM D-86 for distillation and Texas Low Emission Diesel (TxLED) requirements. While formal inspection procedures are not detailed, acceptance is based on compliance with these ASTM specifications. Bids are evaluated based on responsiveness and the bidder's responsibility, which includes an assessment of financial resources, past performance, technical capability, and business ethics. The final award is made to the responsive and responsible bidder, though the lowest price is not guaranteed the award. Interested bidders must submit both electronic bids via the Bonfire hub and one original hardcopy to the METRO Procurement Office by July 23, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. CST. Submissions must include a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (FORM CIQ) and certifications regarding lobbying restrictions and debarment status. Invoices are to be submitted to the Senior Director of Accounting via mail or email for payment through ACH or wire transfer. Contract execution is subject to METRO board approval and the availability of funds for any subsequent fiscal year options.