Compressed Natural Gas for Vehicle Fuel (CNG Fuel)

The City of Newark, New Jersey, is seeking bids for Contract #2025-51 to procure Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) for Vehicle Fuel, targeting municipal vehicle fleet operations in Essex County. The procurement is specifically for a comprehensive CNG fueling solution, with vendors required to have a minimum of 5 years of experience operating and maintaining CNG fueling stations. Bidders must provide a sophisticated fueling infrastructure featuring dual gas compressors capable of time and fast filling, three 10,000 scf ASME storage vessels, and a fast-fill dispenser meeting specific technical requirements. The contract will span two years, with pricing structured across three monthly volume tiers: less than 10,000 GGE, 10,001 to 20,000 GGE, and over 20,000 GGE. Electronic bids will be accepted through the City's e-Procurement Portal until 10:15 am on July 17, 2025, with vendors required to demonstrate operational reliability, compliance with local and national codes, and ability to provide fueling services during state emergencies.

The procurement includes several significant vendor qualification and compliance requirements, particularly related to investment and political activities. Vendors must complete mandatory forms including Disclosure of Investment Activities in Iran, Certificate of Non-Involvement in Prohibited Activities in Russia or Belarus, and various ownership and non-discrimination certifications. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly noted, the comprehensive submission requirements suggest a rigorous vendor screening process. The bid emphasizes technical capabilities, with vendors needing to provide a CNG system capable of delivering fuel at 3,600 psi, maintaining noise levels under 85 dba, and meeting safety standards. Though a specific contract value is not disclosed, the multi-tiered pricing structure and two-year contract duration indicate a potentially substantial municipal procurement opportunity. Vendors must submit monthly invoices to the Division of Motors and demonstrate a robust, redundant fueling infrastructure that can reliably serve Newark's municipal vehicle fleet.