Request For Bids For Bulk Oils And Grease

Jackson County Department of Transportation in Jackson, Michigan, has issued a Request for Bids (RFB #178) seeking qualified vendors to supply bulk oils and grease. The contract resulting from this solicitation will be a statewide cooperative agreement, allowing other Michigan municipalities to "piggyback" on the contract, thereby facilitating broader access to these commodities through a competitive process. The primary goal is to select a firm capable of providing these products reliably, with the contract initially set for a one-year term, which may be renewed for an additional year upon mutual agreement, extending the total duration to a maximum of two years. The contract value is estimated to range between $500,000 and $2,000,000, reflecting the scale of procurement. The bidding process is open with a response deadline of March 4, 2025, and interested vendors are encouraged to submit their bids by that date. The contract aims to establish a competitive and qualified supplier relationship, with the selected firm demonstrating the capacity to meet the specifications and requirements outlined in the RFB. Jackson County’s designated contact for this procurement is J. Couling, a government official reachable via email. The initiative emphasizes leveraging cooperative purchasing to benefit multiple public entities across Michigan, streamlining procurement and ensuring cost-effective access to bulk oils and grease. Additional details and updates are available through the county’s bidding portal.