RFP Propane and Wood Chips v2.docx

This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Barre Unified Union School District (BUUSD) in Vermont for the procurement of fuel oil, propane, and woodchips. The RFP solicits bids for delivery and supply of these fuels across five school facilities: CO, BCEMS, BTEMS, SHS, and SEA, with estimated usage including 34,000 gallons of fuel oil, 29,000 gallons of propane, and 3,950 tons of woodchips for the service period of October 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. Proposals must be submitted via email to jsmitbsu@buusd.org by September 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM. Questions regarding the RFP should be directed to Jamie Evans, BUUSD Facilities Director, at 802-476-8119 or jevanbsu@buusd.org. The winning bidder will be notified via email on September 9th, 2026, and the contract term will begin upon award through June 30, 2027.

Payment will be invoiced monthly on 30-day terms beginning immediately upon contract award. Bidders must certify that pricing has been developed independently without consultation or communication with competitors and agree not to disclose prices prior to bid opening or attempt to restrict competition through inducement of other bidders. The Board reserves the right to waive formalities and reject any or all proposals in the district's best interest.