Natural Gas Provider for Fayette County Public Schools Request for Quotes No. 26-027-074

Fayette County Public Schools is requesting quotes for natural gas service delivery to all school district locations under RFQ 26-027-074, with responses due June 23, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. ET. The solicitation covers 33 Atlanta Gas Light accounts serving facility heating, kitchen equipment, and generator supply across the district.

Respondents must submit fixed-price quotes including all transportation, balancing, and service fees (excluding taxes) for a contract term running from award issuance through December 31, 2026, with automatic renewal options for four additional one-year terms unless a price escalation process is triggered. Price increases are permitted only after December 31st of the issuing year and must be supported by product-cost documentation; single increases are capped at 10 percent unless market conditions warrant adjustment subject to district approval.

Vendors must demonstrate Georgia licensing, documented experience providing natural gas service to K-12 educational environments in the state, and submit a transition plan detailing assumption of accounts from the current provider with minimal operational disruption. Historical consumption data spanning twelve months is included with the RFQ. Contract duration options are twelve or twenty-four months from July 1, 2026 start date. Evaluation criteria extend beyond price to encompass warranty, service guarantees, past performance, total cost of ownership analysis, business capabilities, delivery schedules, and quality standards. All responses must include the Solicitation Response Form and Reference Form in PDF format, submitted electronically, by mail, or by hand delivery to the LaFayette Educational Center. Written questions are due June 17, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. ET. Quote openings occur at the June 23 deadline and are open to the public, with results posted on the FCSD website following award recommendation. Funding is contingent on annual appropriation by the Fayette County Board of Education, with the district authorized to cancel with 30 days' written notice if funds are not appropriated.