Natural Gas Transport Services

North Carolina State University is seeking proposals under solicitation 63-KGS1173830 for an Agency Contract to secure a certified natural gas provider for firm, full-requirements supply and transportation services. The selected vendor will support the university's critical heating infrastructure, research facilities, and residential sectors in Raleigh, North Carolina, managing an annual consumption of approximately two million dekatherms. The procurement focuses on a fixed basis cost component, with the university intending to purchase NYMEX futures strips and short-term market gas based on seasonal trends. The vendor must ensure reliable delivery to the Enbridge Gas Delivery Point and comply with FERC, DOT, and OSHA regulations, as well as safety standards from ASME, UL, NEMA, and the American Gas Association. The contract will be awarded based on a best value procurement method, with 60 percent of the score based on cost and 40 percent on technical evaluations, including vendor stability, experience with large-scale projects, and references. Key administrative requirements include the appointment of a dedicated account manager capable of responding to issues within 24 hours and the ability to provide specific mid-month invoicing in June for designated utility plants. The university is exempt from state sales and excise taxes. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Bonfire portal by November 20, 2026, and must include proof of insurance and HUB supplemental information to meet the state's 10 percent diverse firm utilization goal.