Santa Barbara Planet bids #Bid No. 6192A

Santa Barbara Solicits Renewable Diesel Fuel Supply for City Operations

The City of Santa Barbara is seeking a single supplier for the as-needed delivery of clear and red-dye renewable diesel fuel to support city operations, including the Motor Pool and El Estero Waste Water Treatment facility. - Government Buyer: - City of Santa Barbara, General Services Division, Motor Pool, and El Estero Waste Water Treatment - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Chevron (as the fuel OEM, via authorized jobber McCormix Corp.) - McCormix Corp. (Chevron jobber) - Enpramex Distribution, Toro Petroleum, River City Petroleum, Southern Counties Oil Co. (prospective vendors) - Products/Services Requested: - Clear Renewable Diesel (ASTM D975, CARB #2 Ultra Low Sulfur Fuel, R99 ULSD 15PPM Max) - Quantities: annual estimate of 63,500 gallons, with line items for <500 gal, 500–4,499 gal, and ≥4,500 gal deliveries - Red-Dye Renewable Diesel (ASTM D975, CARB #2 Ultra Low Sulfur Fuel, R99 ULSD 15PPM Max) - Quantities: annual estimate of 8,000 gallons, with line items for <500 gal and 500–4,499 gal deliveries - Hourly labor rates for delivery and handling - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Deliveries must be made within 48 hours of order to various city locations - Fuel must meet ASTM D975 and CARB #2 Ultra Low Sulfur Fuel specifications - Vendors must have at least three years of experience supplying renewable diesel - Contract subject to the City of Santa Barbara's Living Wage Ordinance - Electronic bid submission via PlanetBids - Single supplier contract for consistent fuel quality - Contract term: one year, renewable up to four additional years (max five years total)

Description

The City of Santa Barbara is soliciting bids from firms to supply renewable diesel fuel in both clear and red-dye forms on an as-needed basis. The contract will be awarded to a single supplier to ensure consistent quality. The initial contract term is one year from the date of award, with purchase orders issued through June 30, 2026, and may be renewed for up to four additional one-year terms, totaling a maximum of five years. Bidders must submit their bids electronically via PlanetBids and comply with all specified terms and conditions, including acknowledgment of any addenda.

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