Firm Natural Gas Supply

This solicitation is for the provision and delivery of firm natural gas supply to Atmos Energy Corporation for redelivery to The University of Texas at Arlington (UT Arlington) and The University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas). The contract term will be from November 1, 2024 through October 31, with options for the Buyer to renew annually. Bidders must provide pricing based on three different natural gas price indices - Houston Ship Channel, WAHA, and NGPL TexOk. The contract will be awarded based on criteria including cost, reputation, quality, meeting the University's needs, past relationship, total long-term cost, and exceptions to contract terms. Responses are due by July 16, 2024 at 3:00 PM Central Prevailing Time, and the contract is expected to be effective on or before August 1, 2024.

The procurement includes requirements for Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) subcontracting participation in accordance with applicable statewide HUB goals, which range from 11.2% for heavy construction to 26% for other services contracts. Bidders must submit a completed HUB Subcontracting Plan as part of their response. There is no listed incumbent vendor or current contractor, and the procurement does not specify a budget range. The contract will be subject to Texas laws and regulations, including requirements related to compliance with accessibility standards for electronic and information resources, and disclosures of interested parties.