Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel and Biodiesel

The Massachusetts Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel and Biodiesel state-wide contract (ENE47) provides a comprehensive fuel procurement solution for various public and quasi-public entities across the state. The vehicle offers four distinct purchasing categories: Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel, Biodiesel, Fixed Pricing for Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel, and Fixed Pricing for Biodiesel. Designed to support governmental and institutional fuel needs, the contract enables eligible entities including state agencies, cities, towns, counties, educational institutions, public libraries, and certain non-profit organizations to procure diesel fuel with specific environmental requirements. The contract supports Executive Order 594's sustainability goals by mandating that diesel fuel contain at least 5% biofuel content, with pricing structured around daily wholesale Boston prices published in OPIS-Oil Price Daily.

The contract is managed by the Massachusetts Operational Services Division (OSD) and covers eight geographical zones with multiple prime contractors, including Dennis K Burke, East River Energy, Global Montello Group Corp, Sprague Operating Resources LLC, and Carmyn Inc. The current contract period runs from August 1, 2024 to July 31, 2029, offering a five-year procurement window. Pricing is structured with differentials based on delivery volume and geographic zone, with separate billing for applicable taxes and environmental fees. The estimated annual purchase volume is approximately 18 million gallons of Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel and 1 million gallons of Biodiesel. Contractors must meet specific fuel quality specifications, including ASTM standards, with biodiesel required to be sourced from waste grease and demonstrate a minimum 50% lifecycle greenhouse gas reduction.