School Board of Marion County - Engine Oil, Lubricants, and Other Automotive Fluids - Bid 4188MF (2026)
Marion County School DistrictSchool · Ocala, FL- Due
- Aug 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 0.5 years
- Primary contact
- Michelle Fritz
The 30-second brief
The School Board of Marion County, Florida is soliciting bids for bulk, gallon, and quart engine oil, lubricants, and other automotive fluids on a six-month term contract, starting October 1, 2026 through March 30, 2027. Deliveries are required to various district locations including transportation parts departments, bus garages, and school campuses in Ocala, Reddick, Summerfield, Ft. McCoy, Citra, and Dunnellon, Florida. Bidders must submit complete specification sheets, W-9 form, and manufacturer's authorization letters upon request, with electronic submission required via www.myvendorlink.com by August 12, 2026. Questions are due by August 7, 2026.
Price, specification compliance, School Board's past experience with the firm, capabilities of management and technical staff, customer references, service after the sale, location of firm and service facilities, professional credentials
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Summary
The School Board of Marion County, Florida is soliciting bids for bulk, gallon, and quart engine oil, lubricants, and other automotive fluids on a six-month term contract, starting October 1, 2026 through March 30, 2027.
Deliveries are required to various district locations including transportation parts departments, bus garages, and school campuses in Ocala, Reddick, Summerfield, Ft. McCoy, Citra, and Dunnellon, Florida. Bidders must submit complete specification sheets, W-9 form, and manufacturer's authorization letters upon request, with electronic submission required via www.myvendorlink.com by August 12, 2026. Questions are due by August 7, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Price
- Specification compliance
- School Board's past experience with the firm
- Capabilities of management and technical staff
- Customer references
- Service after the sale
- Location of firm and service facilities
- Professional credentials
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Executed Invitation to Bid page (P.1)
- Proposal Form page(s)
- W-9 Form
- Manufacturer's authorization letter
- Bidder's Statement of Principal Place of Business
- Submit to
- www.myvendorlink.com
- Scope location
- Ocala, FL
- Reported agency
- School Board of Marion County
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Marion County School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 12, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.myvendorlink.com. For questions, contact Michelle Fritz.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Marion County School District in FL, 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 Michelle Fritz. 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: "Price, specification compliance, School Board's past experience with the firm, capabilities of management and technical staff, customer references, service after the sale, location of firm and service..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Marion County School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Marion County School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Marion County School District 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 0.5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: executed Invitation to Bid page (P.1), Proposal Form page(s), W-9 Form, manufacturer's authorization letter, Bidder's Statement of Principal Place of Business. Review the full document from Marion County School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ocala, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.