UMass Amherst - Liquified Natural Gas Supply & Transportation

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is seeking qualified vendors to supply and transport liquefied natural gas (LNG) to its on‑campus LNG facility. Bidders must provide detailed pricing, certifications, and compliance documentation, and may be required to handle both the supply and delivery of LNG during the winter months (December‑March) for the initial contract term of July 2027 through June 2029, with up to three optional one‑year extensions. The solicitation includes extensive contractual, insurance, and diversity requirements, and the award will be based on price, reliability, and ability to meet technical specifications. • Provide LNG volumes totaling 195,000 MMBtu per winter season (approximately 390,000 MMBtu over two years). • Deliver 6–8 LNG trucks per day during the winter months, complying with UMass hazardous‑materials delivery procedures and AASHTO H‑20 loading limits. • Submit mandatory certifications (State Tax Compliance Affidavit, Non‑Collusion, Proposer Representation), insurance naming UMass as additionally insured, and detailed personnel/project experience. • Meet contractual clauses including no‑indemnification, Massachusetts choice‑of‑law, PCI‑DSS compliance, and a one‑year warranty on all work.