Grimes County Gasoline and Diesel Fuel 2027 Invitation to Bid - 274902
Grimes CountyCounty · Grimes County, TX- Due
- Nov 16, 2026
- 9 days left
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jonathan Steiber
- (936) 873-4436
The 30-second brief
Grimes County seeks sealed bids for the supply and delivery of low sulphur road diesel fuel, dyed low sulphur off-road diesel fuel, and unleaded gasoline for fiscal year 2027. Deliveries are required for the Road Department and Sheriff's Office, with arrangements also requested for Emergency Management, Juvenile Probation, Constables, Crime Victim Coordinator, District Attorney, and 911 Addressing at locations including FM 2445, Iola, and Anderson, Texas. Bids are solicited on a cost plus basis, including distributor current cost per gallon, state tax, freight, and proposed margin. Estimated quantities include approximately 40,000 gallons of low sulphur road diesel, 40,000 gallons of dyed low sulphur off-road diesel, and 70,000 gallons across three grades of unleaded gasoline. The submission deadline is November 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The contract term is through September 30, 2027, with potential for annual renewal up to three years total via two annual extensions.
Total price, Special needs and requirements of Grimes County, Grimes County's evaluation of vendor's ability, Vendor's past performance record with any Texas county
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Summary
Grimes County seeks sealed bids for the supply and delivery of low sulphur road diesel fuel, dyed low sulphur off-road diesel fuel, and unleaded gasoline for fiscal year 2027.
Deliveries are required for the Road Department and Sheriff's Office, with arrangements also requested for Emergency Management, Juvenile Probation, Constables, Crime Victim Coordinator, District Attorney, and 911 Addressing at locations including FM 2445, Iola, and Anderson, Texas. Bids are solicited on a cost plus basis, including distributor current cost per gallon, state tax, freight, and proposed margin. Estimated quantities include approximately 40,000 gallons of low sulphur road diesel, 40,000 gallons of dyed low sulphur off-road diesel, and 70,000 gallons across three grades of unleaded gasoline. The submission deadline is November 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM. The contract term is through September 30, 2027, with potential for annual renewal up to three years total via two annual extensions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Total price
- Special needs and requirements of Grimes County
- Grimes County's evaluation of vendor's ability
- Vendor's past performance record with any Texas county
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- COVERSHEET
- GENERAL CONDITIONS
- STANDARD CONTRACT
- SIGNED BY BIDDER
- SPECIFICATIONS
- BID FORM
- CONTRACT TERM AND BOND REQUIREMENT NOTICE
- REQUIRED BONDS
- BIDDER AFFIRMATION
- REFERENCES
- Submit to
- ATTN: Danya Lewis, Grimes County Auditor, 270 FM 149 W, Anderson, TX 77830
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Anderson, TX
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Grimes County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 16, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: ATTN: Danya Lewis, Grimes County Auditor, 270 FM 149 W, Anderson, TX 77830. For questions, contact Jonathan Steiber.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Grimes County in TX, 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 Jonathan Steiber at (936) 873-4436. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Total price, Special needs and requirements of Grimes County, Grimes County's evaluation of vendor's ability, Vendor's past performance record with any Texas county" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Grimes County?
All active and historical solicitations from Grimes County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Grimes County 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 16, 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: COVERSHEET, GENERAL CONDITIONS, STANDARD CONTRACT, SIGNED BY BIDDER, SPECIFICATIONS, BID FORM, CONTRACT TERM AND BOND REQUIREMENT NOTICE, REQUIRED BONDS, BIDDER AFFIRMATION, REFERENCES. Review the full document from Grimes County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Anderson, TX. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.