Opportunity
Cape Fear Public Utility Authority Civicplus #26M0923
Seasonal Lease and Management of Diesel Fuel Tanks and Supply for CFPUA Generators
March 23, 2026
April 16, 2026
26M0923
424710, 424720, 454310
This opportunity involves the Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) seeking proposals for the seasonal lease and management of on-site diesel fuel tanks and fuel supply for generator backup at multiple water and wastewater treatment plants in Wilmington, NC. - Government Buyer: - Cape Fear Public Utility Authority (CFPUA) - Contact: Benjamin Guerrieri, Budget & Procurement Manager - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation; open to qualified suppliers of diesel fuel tanks and fuel delivery services. - Products/Services Requested: - Five (5) reserve, 2,000-gallon, on-site non-highway diesel fuel tanks (seasonal lease) - Optional sixth tank for a fourth location - Ongoing fuel supply and management services for approximately 200 diesel-powered generators - Equipment must include pumps operable on both AC (120V) and DC (12V) power sources - Emergency fuel delivery within 24 hours, including weekends and holidays - Installation, maintenance, permitting, safety equipment, and spill remediation - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Supplier must provide same-day emergency service and be able to deliver and pump fuel during local power outages - Tanks and services are to be provided at three main plants, with an optional fourth location - Site visits available by appointment - Initial contract term is 24 months, with options to renew for up to three additional years - Locations: - Richardson Water Treatment Plant (Groundwater Way, Wilmington, NC) - Sweeney Water Treatment Plant (N5th Ave, Wilmington, NC) - Wastewater Treatment Plant (23rd Street, Wilmington, NC) - Optional: Southside 1 Wastewater Treatment Plant (3436 River Rd, Wilmington, NC) - Contracting office: 235 Government Center Drive, Wilmington, NC
Description
The Cape Fear Public Utility Authority is soliciting proposals for the seasonal lease of five 2,000 gallon on-site non-highway diesel fuel tanks, with an optional sixth tank, to be placed at three different plants to ensure reliable fuel supply for generators. The lease period is from June 1st to November 30th, with possible extension by mutual agreement. Bidders must be capable of supplying fuel under normal and emergency conditions, including emergency deliveries within 24 hours and pumping fuel even during local power outages. Sealed bids are due by April 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the CFPUA Purchasing Department in Wilmington, NC.