The State of Wyoming's Department of Administration and Information, Purchasing Section, issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for as-needed oil. The contract involves the supply of 5W30 Motor Oil and 5W20 Synthetic Blend at specified prices per gallon. Bids were due on May 23, 2018. The contract was awarded to Ellenbecker Oil, Inc. and Homax Oil Sales. Key points to consider for similarity to other contracts include the type of products being procured, the procurement process, and the pricing structure.
• The contract is for the supply of oil products.
• The procurement process is through an Invitation for Bid.
• The pricing is based on a per-gallon rate for each type of oil.
• The contract was awarded to two vendors, indicating a possible split of the contract based on geographical locations or product types.