Description
New Jersey Transit is seeking a qualified supplier to provide a heavy‑duty, pre‑charged, 50 % ethylene‑glycol/50 % water antifreeze coolant blend for its fleet of rail vehicles and associated garage facilities throughout the state. The contract will be a fixed‑price, two‑year base period with two optional one‑year extensions (potential total term of four years). The vendor must supply the coolant in the quantities outlined for each garage (approximately 882,200 gallons over four years), meet all technical specifications in the attached “Specifications” and “Attachment A”, and provide required certifications, insurance, and a 10 % bid bond. The award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, and the contractor must be capable of delivering on short notice once the contract is awarded.
• Supply pre‑diluted 50/50 ethylene‑glycol antifreeze coolant meeting ASTM E‑1177 / TMC‑RP‑329 specifications.
• Deliver bulk quantities to 19 NJ Transit garage locations per the detailed volume schedule (Attachment B).
• Maintain appropriate insurance, submit a 10 % bid bond, and comply with SBE/DVOB participation goals (20 % Category 3).
• Provide product data sheets, MSDS, labeling, and on‑site sampling support as required.