This is an Invitation to Bid for automotive lubricants and fluids for the Kenton County Board of Education's school bus fleet and vehicles. Bids are due by May 11, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST. The contract period is from July 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026, with a potential for one additional six-month renewal. All bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes or via email. Bidders must comply with detailed specifications for various fluids, including engine oil, transmission fluid, power steering fluid, antifreeze, gear oil, chassis grease, windshield washer solvent, and diesel exhaust fluid. Delivery is F. O. B. destination to multiple board locations within 3 days of receiving a purchase order. Vendors must provide proof of required insurance and MSDS sheets for applicable items. Failure to comply with delivery requirements or specifications may result in disqualification. A criminal history background check is required for employees who may come into contact with students. Payment terms are net **** days.
The bid closing date and time is May 11, 2026, by 1:00 PM EST. Bids must be received no later than this time.
The bid notice states that payment terms are net **** days and this is not negotiable. Payments are made the day following the regularly held monthly board meeting.
The bid notice states that the contractor shall make available and honor all manufacturers warranties, standard and extended.
The bid notice indicates that the method of award is Lowest overall evaluated.
The board reserves the right to determine the ability of any bidder to perform the work and any bidder shall, upon request, furnish such information as may be necessary to determine such ability, including a performance bond, if requested. Additionally, a criminal history background check is required for employees who may come into contact with KCSD students.
The bid notice details penalties for conflicts of interest, gratuities, and kickbacks, stating that any employee or official who takes or offers to take any rebate, percentage of contract, money, or other thing of value as an inducement shall be deemed guilty of a class C felony. Similarly, any person offering to make or give such an inducement shall also be deemed guilty of a class C felony.
Samples may be required to assist in making decisions for awarding of contracts. The samples must be furnished by the time and date specified for the bid opening. Failure to furnish samples may disqualify the bid.
A protest or notice of other controversy regarding the solicitation must be filed prior to opening. A protest or notice of other controversy regarding an award must be filed promptly within fourteen (14) days after the award.