Springfield Public Schools District 186 - Fuel for School Buses - Bid 26-16 (2026)
Springfield SD 186School · Springfield, IL- Due
- May 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Jennifer Gill
The 30-second brief
Springfield Public Schools District 186 is seeking bids for fuel for school buses, including #2 Diesel Ultra Low Sulfur Fuel and 87 Sub Octane Unleaded with Ethanol, under Bid 26-16. Estimated annual quantities are approximately 320,000 gallons for diesel fuel and 20,000 gallons for gasoline, to be delivered to the school bus facility located at 555 South Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, Illinois. Bids must be submitted by 10:00 AM local time on May 12, 2026, to the Director of Business Services at the District 186 Business Office, 3063 Fiat Avenue, Springfield, Illinois 62703. The contract term runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Pricing will be evaluated based on the Total Cost Per Gallon, including market price, dealer margin, dealer-collected taxes, and other fees.
#2 Diesel Ultra Low Sulfur Fuel, 87 Sub Octane Unleaded with Ethanol
Total Cost Per Gallon
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Summary
Springfield Public Schools District 186 is seeking bids for fuel for school buses, including #2 Diesel Ultra Low Sulfur Fuel and 87 Sub Octane Unleaded with Ethanol, under Bid 26-16.
Estimated annual quantities are approximately 320,000 gallons for diesel fuel and 20,000 gallons for gasoline, to be delivered to the school bus facility located at 555 South Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, Illinois. Bids must be submitted by 10:00 AM local time on May 12, 2026, to the Director of Business Services at the District 186 Business Office, 3063 Fiat Avenue, Springfield, Illinois 62703. The contract term runs from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Pricing will be evaluated based on the Total Cost Per Gallon, including market price, dealer margin, dealer-collected taxes, and other fees.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Total Cost Per Gallon
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
#2 Diesel Ultra Low Sulfur Fuel, 87 Sub Octane Unleaded with Ethanol
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid form
- Vendor's Certification
- Public Act 85-1295 Certification
- Springfield Public School Minority/Female Owned Business Vendor Form
- Submit to
- District 186, Springfield Public Schools, 3063 Fiat Avenue, Springfield, Illinois 62703
- Scope location
- Springfield, IL
- Reported agency
- Springfield Public Schools District 186
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Springfield SD 186?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 12, 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: District 186, Springfield Public Schools, 3063 Fiat Avenue, Springfield, Illinois 62703. For questions, contact Jennifer Gill.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Springfield SD 186 in IL, 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 Jennifer Gill. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: #2 Diesel Ultra Low Sulfur Fuel, 87 Sub Octane Unleaded with Ethanol. 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: "Total Cost Per Gallon" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Springfield SD 186?
All active and historical solicitations from Springfield SD 186 are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Springfield SD 186 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.
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 form, Vendor's Certification, Public Act 85-1295 Certification, Springfield Public School Minority/Female Owned Business Vendor Form. Review the full document from Springfield SD 186 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Springfield, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.