Natural Gas (WFL 2027-19)

This cooperative contract awards the purchase and delivery of natural gas to participants of the Wayne‑Finger Lakes BOCES consortium for the 2026‑27 service year. The agreement covers four Local Distribution Company (LDC) categories, with an estimated annual consumption of 1‑1.2 million Dekatherms. Pricing is based on NYMEX spot prices plus a vendor‑specific basis add‑on (which may be positive or negative). The contract term runs from 1 Oct 2026 to 30 Sep 2027, with options for up to two one‑year extensions and short‑term extensions of up to three months. The award was made to five qualified natural‑gas suppliers: Sprague Energy Services, National Fuel Gas Distributors, New York State Electric & Gas Corp., Rochester Gas & Electric Corp., and Corning Natural Gas Corp. All vendors must meet federal and New York State regulatory requirements, including Iran‑divestment and sexual‑harassment policy certifications. • Scope: Supply of natural gas (gas‑well, casing‑head, or processed residue) to the primary point of delivery for each LDC. • Volume: 1,000,000‑1,200,000 Dekatherms annually, 100 % guaranteed. • Pricing: NYMEX spot price plus basis add‑on (fixed or negative). • Governance: Full‑open competition IFB, award based on lowest total basis cost per LDC.