Supply and Delivery of Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel

The University of Connecticut is seeking a qualified supplier to provide bulk deliveries of red‑dyed, ultra‑low‑sulfur, non‑biodiesel off‑road diesel fuel (ULSD) to its Central and Supplemental Utility Plants on the Storrs campus. The contract is structured as a fixed‑price differential per gallon tied to the ConnDOT weekly fuel price index, with a base term of two years and the option for three one‑year extensions. Vendors must demonstrate capability to handle high‑volume tanker deliveries, maintain a spill‑prevention plan, meet ASTM D975 specifications, and respond to emergency fuel requests within one hour. • Supply red‑dyed ULSD (Number 2, B0, ≤ 15 ppm sulfur) in bulk quantities to multiple underground storage tanks. • Deliver on an as‑needed basis, with emergency response (call‑back and dispatch) within one hour and routine request acknowledgment within one business day. • Pricing is a per‑gallon differential added to the publicly posted ConnDOT weekly diesel price; all transportation, handling, and compliance costs must be included. • Vendor must provide QA/QC documentation, sulfur certification, a current spill‑prevention & response plan, and maintain appropriate licenses, insurance, and background‑check compliance. • Pre‑bid conference on November 3 2026 (optional) and RFI deadline November 10 2026; full bid due November 19 2026.