Altoona Water Authority - Propane Supply and Delivery Services - 2026
Altoona Water AuthorityUtility District · Altoona, PA- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 5 days left
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- John Swope
The 30-second brief
The Altoona Water Authority seeks sealed bid proposals for propane supply and delivery services on an automatic delivery basis across various water treatment plants, dams, and pump stations in Altoona, Tyrone, and Duncansville, Pennsylvania. The contract includes supplying liquid propane for an estimated 50,000 gallons per year across 9 (100 gal) and 15 (1,000 gal) tanks, with pricing based on Mont Belvieu Texas average rack pricing plus a differential cost. The contract term is 5 years effective February 1, 2027 through January 31, 2032, with 2 optional renewal years for a total potential duration of 7 years. Proposals are due by 10:00 AM on Thursday, November 19, 2026. Requirements include a 10% bid bond, liability insurance, and workers' compensation insurance.
Liquid propane, 50, 000 gallons per year
Lowest differential pricing
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Summary
The Altoona Water Authority seeks sealed bid proposals for propane supply and delivery services on an automatic delivery basis across various water treatment plants, dams, and pump stations in Altoona, Tyrone, and Duncansville, Pennsylvania.
The contract includes supplying liquid propane for an estimated 50,000 gallons per year across 9 (100 gal) and 15 (1,000 gal) tanks, with pricing based on Mont Belvieu Texas average rack pricing plus a differential cost. The contract term is 5 years effective February 1, 2027 through January 31, 2032, with 2 optional renewal years for a total potential duration of 7 years. Proposals are due by 10:00 AM on Thursday, November 19, 2026. Requirements include a 10% bid bond, liability insurance, and workers' compensation insurance.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest differential pricing
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Liquid propane
- 50
- 000 gallons per year
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Bid Bond
- Proof of liability insurance
- Proof of workers compensation insurance
- Submit to
- Altoona Water Authority, 900 Chestnut Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601
- Duration
- 84 months
- Scope location
- Altoona, PA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Altoona Water Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Altoona Water Authority, 900 Chestnut Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601. For questions, contact John Swope.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Altoona Water Authority in PA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is John Swope. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Liquid propane, 50, 000 gallons per year. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest differential pricing" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Altoona Water Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Altoona Water Authority are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Altoona Water Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Bond, proof of liability insurance, proof of workers compensation insurance. Review the full document from Altoona Water Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Altoona, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
