United Independent School District Ionwave #RFP 2026-003

Solicitation for Lubricants for District Buses and White Fleet Vehicles (UISD)

United Independent School District (UISD) in Laredo, Texas is seeking proposals for the supply of lubricants for its school buses and white fleet vehicles. - Government Buyer: - United Independent School District, Purchasing Department - Contracting office at 3501 E. Saunders St, Laredo, TX 78041 - Products Requested: - Motor oils (synthetic blends): - 15W-40 (75 drums, 55 gallons each) - 10W-30 (6 drums, 55 gallons each) - 5W-30 (10 drums, 55 gallons each) - 5W-40 (6 drums, 55 gallons each) - Coolants: - 50/50 Red Coolant (50 drums, 55 gallons each) - Blue HD Antifreeze (6 drums, 55 gallons each) - Auto Transmission Fluid: - Triton Heavy Duty Dextron ATF (6 drums, 55 gallons each) - Gear Oil: - SAE 75W90 Full Synthetic API-GL5 (6 drums, 55 gallons each) - Grease: - Premium HI-Temp EP-2 Lithium Complex Grease (6 drums, 55 gallons each) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or brands are mandated; open to all qualified lubricant manufacturers and suppliers - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Products must be suitable for use in school buses and fleet vehicles - All deliveries are F.O.B. Destination to UISD facilities - Compliance with district and state regulations for employee background checks and certifications - Insurance requirements include commercial general liability and auto liability with specified minimums - No price increases allowed in the first contract year; subsequent years may allow negotiated increases - Contract term is 12 months with up to two 12-month renewal options (maximum 36 months) - Delivery and Performance Locations: - Primary delivery and contracting office: 3501 E. Saunders St, Laredo, TX 78041 - Central Office (billing): 201 Lindenwood Drive, Laredo, TX 78045

Description

United Independent School District is soliciting pricing for lubricants to be used for the district's school buses and white fleet vehicles. The contract resulting from this Request for Proposal (RFP) will commence on September 1, 2026. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by April 15, 2026, and comply with all required certifications and insurance requirements as specified in the solicitation documents.

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