Propane Refueling Station, Lease and Supply Propane

The County of Chester is seeking a qualified vendor to design, install, lease, and supply propane to a new fueling station that will serve county facilities and the public. The contract includes full installation of tanks, dispensers, telemetry, and related civil/electrical work, followed by a lease arrangement for the equipment and ongoing propane supply, maintenance, and support. Bidders must provide a 10 % bid bond, and the successful vendor will also be required to furnish 100 % performance and labor‑materials bonds, a one‑year warranty, and comply with extensive safety, insurance, and certification requirements. The bid must be submitted electronically by October 21, 2026; a pre‑bid conference and site walk‑through are scheduled for September 23, 2026. • Scope: design, civil/electrical site preparation, tank installation, dispenser equipment, telemetry, and ongoing propane supply. • Lease term: not specified, but equipment will be owned/leased by the County. • Bonds: 10 % bid bond; 100 % performance and labor‑materials bonds required after award. • Warranty: one‑year warranty on equipment and installation. • Mandatory documents: bid bond form, performance bond form, non‑collusion affidavit, qualification statement, insurance certificates, etc. • Pre‑bid conference: September 23, 2026 (strongly encouraged). • Question deadline: September 30, 2026. • Submission deadline: October 21, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT (electronic).