CONTRACT: B-20 with B-5 Option Biodiesel Fuel Supply and Delivery

The State of New Hampshire, specifically through the Division of Procurement and Support Services Bureau of Purchase and Property and targeting Strafford County, is soliciting bids for a biodiesel fuel supply and delivery contract (Bid #2892-24). The procurement seeks a two-year contract with potential three one-year extensions for B-20 and B-5 biodiesel fuel, with an estimated usage of 30,000 gallons per product type. Vendors must submit pricing based on the Oil Price Information Service (OPIS) rack pricing index, with specific requirements for non-winter and winter blend months. Bidders are required to provide a markup over the OPIS price per gallon and a delivered fixed price for both fuel types. Key evaluation criteria include compliance with detailed fuel specifications, including cloud point requirements and potential blending with ultra-low sulfur kerosene. The bid timeline includes several critical dates: questions and clarifications were due by April 19, 2024, and the final bid submission deadline is April 24, 2024, at 10:00 AM. Vendors must also provide sample delivery tickets, terminal bills of lading, and be prepared for independent state testing to verify fuel specifications.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the bid documents. The state reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to add or delete delivery locations during the contract period. While no incumbent vendors were identified, the contract includes provisions for usage reporting and established accounts for state agencies. The procurement allows for both index-based and fixed-price formats, providing flexibility for potential vendors. Vendors must meet comprehensive insurance, liability, and certification requirements, including the ability to supply biodiesel fuel that meets stringent technical specifications. Although a precise award value is not specified, the estimated usage of 60,000 gallons total (30,000 gallons each of B-20 and B-5) suggests a potentially significant contract value. The state's approach indicates a thorough and competitive procurement process designed to secure a reliable biodiesel fuel supply for state transportation and other operational needs.