Description
The County of Palm Beach is seeking a qualified vendor to provide Jet A fuel on a term‑contract basis for its fleet, including purchase, storage, and transport delivery to designated County facilities. Bidders must be registered in the County’s Vendor Self‑Service system, submit a sealed bid plus an electronic PDF copy, and comply with extensive regulatory, safety, and reporting requirements (e.g., ANSI/NFPA standards, drug‑free workplace, FAA drug‑testing, criminal‑history checks, and local preference rules). The contract will be awarded to the responsible, responsive bidder who meets all qualifications and offers the best value.
• Scope: Supply and deliver Jet A aviation fuel to County locations on an ongoing basis.
• Delivery vehicle certification: Vehicles must be dedicated solely to Jet A fuel.
• Compliance: Must hold all state/federal fuel handling licenses, provide safety data sheets, and meet FAA/DOT drug‑testing standards.
• Vendor registration: All bidders and any subcontractors must be active in Palm Beach County’s VSS system.
• Bid submission: Sealed hard copy and electronic PDF due by 4 PM on 5 Nov 2026; questions due by 4 PM on 15 Oct 2026.
• Local preference: 5 % price adjustment for County‑based or Glades‑based firms.
• Evaluation: Technical compliance, price, SBE participation, and adherence to the County’s Small Business Development program.