City Utilities of Springfield issued an Invitation‑for‑Bid (IFB) for the purchase of two 120‑lb kegs of Pyroshield SYN XHVY Open Gear lubricant. The solicitation was open from July 8 2026 to December 8 2026, with an award announced on August 13 2026. LUBRICATION ENGINEERS INC was the sole awardee, offering a total bid of approximately $1,713.28 (unit price $1,713.28 per keg). The contract requires the vendor to quote a unit price, lead time, and provide standard commercial terms (Net 30). Delivery is to the utility’s warehouse at 5100 W Farm Road 164, Springfield, MO 65807.
• Scope: Supply of two 120‑lb lubricants (Pyroshield SYN XHVY) for utility equipment.
• Procurement method: Full open competition (IFB) with electronic and mail submission options.
• Award criteria: Responsiveness, responsibility, and lowest total cost, evaluated either line‑by‑line or on a total‑bid basis.