Bid #2543 Petroleum Products

The City of Alexandria is soliciting bids for Petroleum Products for a 12-month period. Here's a summary of the key points: **Bid Submission:** * Bids can be submitted in person, by mail, or electronically through Central Bidding. * Bids must be received by 10:00 AM CST on December 2, 2025. * Registration is required for electronic bid submission. **Bid Requirements:** * Bids must include all pages and specification response columns filled in. * Incomplete or altered bids may be rejected. * Bid bond and performance bond requirements are not specified. * All bid prices must include freight charges, and products must be shipped F.O.B. to various locations within the City of Alexandria. **Award:** * The City may award the bid to a single vendor or multiple vendors, depending on which offers the best value. * Award may be made by item, category, or overall low bid. **General Conditions:** * The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids or parts of bids. * Bids shall be opened publicly, and cash discounts may be accepted but shall not be considered in making the award. * The City is exempt from sales taxes, and a sales tax exempt form will be furnished if requested. **Contract Terms:** * The contract shall be binding upon all parties until goods and supplies are delivered, services are rendered, and payments are made. * The contract may be terminated by mutual agreement, failure to comply with terms and conditions, or satisfactory completion of services and obligations. **Minority and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Participation:** * Participation by minority and/or disadvantaged business enterprise firms is encouraged under the City's AFEAT Program. * Bidders must submit documentation of their bona fide effort to secure subcontractors that meet the City's AFEAT goals. **Other:** * In-state preferences do not apply to procurements involving federal funds. * Modifications to plans and specifications will be made through an addendum, which will be transmitted by facsimile transmission, email, hand, or posted on the City's website.