Description
The University of Maine at Machias is seeking a qualified fuel distributor to provide ultra‑low sulfur heating oil (ULSHO) to seven campus locations via pedal‑truck deliveries. The contract will be structured as a combination of fixed‑price (12‑ or 24‑month) and spot‑market‑index pricing, with an optional bio‑fuel (B10/B20) add‑on, and includes full spill‑prevention and tank‑management responsibilities. The award will be based on the lowest responsive bid, and the contract may run up to two years with three one‑year renewal options.
• Supply ≈ 70,000 gal of ULSHO annually to underground storage tanks across campus.
• Delivery must be pedal‑truck (residential‑size) only; weekend capability required.
• Pricing: fixed‑price based on 10 Apr 2026 market settlement and/or markup over NYH Barge Mean Index; optional bio‑fuel adder.
• Contractor must provide insurance (≥ $1 M CG, ≥ $5 M CV), SPCC plan, and comply with all federal, state and local regulations.