Town of Athol Gasoline & Diesel Supply Facility RFP 2027-01
Town of AtholCity · Athol, MA- Due
- Jul 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Diana Cooley
The 30-second brief
The Town of Athol, Department of Public Works, is soliciting proposals for a three-year contract for the supply and monitoring of fuel under Bid Number 2027-01. The contract covers approximately 40 Department of Public Works vehicles, 15 Fire Department vehicles, 4 School District vehicles, 8 Police Cruisers, and an Animal Control vehicle. Evaluation criteria include per-gallon bid price for unleaded gasoline and diesel, proximity of the service facility to the Town Garage at 338 Unity Avenue, 24-hour fuel access, and emergency fuel availability during power outages or storms. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM on July 13, 2026, at the DPW office located at 584 Main Street, Room 24, Athol, MA 01331.
Per gallon bid price, Location of service facility, 24-Hour access plan, Assurances of requirements, Signed certifications, Emergency fuel plan, Universal use program details
Bid price, facility location, 24-hour access, emergency capability, universal use
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Summary
The Town of Athol, Department of Public Works, is soliciting proposals for a three-year contract for the supply and monitoring of fuel under Bid Number 2027-01.
The contract covers approximately 40 Department of Public Works vehicles, 15 Fire Department vehicles, 4 School District vehicles, 8 Police Cruisers, and an Animal Control vehicle. Evaluation criteria include per-gallon bid price for unleaded gasoline and diesel, proximity of the service facility to the Town Garage at 338 Unity Avenue, 24-hour fuel access, and emergency fuel availability during power outages or storms. Proposals are due by 2:00 PM on July 13, 2026, at the DPW office located at 584 Main Street, Room 24, Athol, MA 01331.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Bid price
- Facility location
- 24-hour access
- Emergency capability
- Universal use
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Per gallon bid price
- Location of service facility
- 24-Hour access plan
- Assurances of requirements
- Signed certifications
- Emergency fuel plan
- Universal use program details
- Submit to
- 584 Main Street – Room 24, Athol, MA 01331
- Scope location
- Athol, MA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Athol?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is July 13, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 584 Main Street – Room 24, Athol, MA 01331. For questions, contact Diana Cooley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Athol in MA, 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 RFP 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 Diana Cooley. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Per gallon bid price, Location of service facility, 24-Hour access plan, Assurances of requirements, Signed certifications, Emergency fuel plan, Universal use program details. 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: "Bid price, facility location, 24-hour access, emergency capability, universal use" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Athol?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Athol are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Athol 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 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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. Review the full document from Town of Athol for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Athol, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.