The City of Alexandria is issuing a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Bid #2546, seeking bids for bulk fuel for vehicles and equipment. The contract will be for a period of 12 months, with the option to renew for an additional 12-24 months. The city is looking for bids for the following: * Bulk fuel for vehicles and equipment, including non-ethanol gas and highway diesel * Delivery to the City of Alexandria Motor Pool underground storage tanks and other locations within the city limits Bidders must submit their proposals by 10:00 AM CST on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. The bid package must be returned with all pages intact and all specification response columns filled in. Incomplete or altered bids may be rejected. The city reserves the right to award the bid by item or by total bid, and to reject any and all bids or parts of bids. The bid specifications include general conditions for bidders, such as requirements for bid bonds, performance bonds, and insurance. Key dates and deadlines include: * Bid opening: 10:00 AM CST, Tuesday, January 27, 2026 * Bid submission deadline: 10:00 AM CST, Tuesday, January 27, 2026 * Questions and clarifications deadline: 4:00 PM CST, Thursday, January 15, 2026 The city encourages participation by minority and disadvantaged business enterprises through its AFEAT (Alexandria Fairness, Equality, Accessibility, and Teamwork) program. Bidders must submit documentation of their efforts to secure subcontractors that meet the city's AFEAT goals. The bid package and specifications are available on the City of Alexandria's website and through Central Bidding. Bidders must register with Central Bidding prior to submitting their bids electronically.