RFP# 2027-01 Propane Fuel Delivery - West Elementary School

New Canaan Public Schools is soliciting proposals under RFP 2027-01 for the turnkey supply and delivery of propane fuel for three 1,990 gallon tanks at West Elementary School, located at 769 Ponus Ridge, New Canaan, CT. The contract requires licensed contractors to provide pricing for a three year period, with deliveries expected to commence at the start of the heating season. A mandatory walk through is scheduled for September 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM. Sealed proposals must be submitted in three copies by October 1, 2026, at 1:00 PM to Kasey Diotte, Director of Finance and Operations. The selection process emphasizes vendor qualifications, including firm background, experience, staff availability, and a projected work schedule. Preference may be given to local vendors, Connecticut contract holders, and businesses with certified drug free workplace programs. The successful awardee must execute an AIA contract and provide performance and payment bonds via AIA forms within ten days of notification. Required submission documents include a base proposal sheet, a project schedule, an insurance procedure form, and the vendor's standard contract for review. New Canaan Public Schools is exempt from Federal Excise Taxes and Connecticut Sales and Use Tax.