Altoona Water Authority - Water/Wastewater Treatment Chemicals - 2026
Altoona Water AuthorityUtility District · Altoona, PA- Due
- Nov 19, 2026
- 5 days left
- Contract term
- 1.0 year
- Primary contact
- John Swope
- (814) 770-6395
The 30-second brief
The Altoona Water Authority is seeking sealed bids for water and wastewater treatment chemicals including 25% caustic soda, liquid aluminum sulfate, corrosion inhibitor, chlorine cylinders, and sodium hypochlorite 15%. Deliveries will be made to various treatment facilities in Altoona, Duncansville, and Tyrone, PA. The initial contract term is one year from February 1st, 2027 through January 31st, 2028, with a one-year renewal option. Proposals are due by 10:00am on Thursday, November 19th, 2026. A 10% bid bond is required.
38, 000 gal (Bulk) 25% caustic soda, 500 55 gal drum 25% caustic soda, 60 250 gal tote 25% caustic soda, 35, 000 gal (Bulk) aluminum sulfate, 300 55 gal drum aluminum sulfate, 50 250 gal tote aluminum sulfate, 10 250 gal tote corrosion inhibitor, 60 55 gal drum corrosion inhibitor, 300 #150 lb chlorine cylinder, 60 5 gal sodium 15% hypochlorite
Lowest responsible bidder
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Summary
The Altoona Water Authority is seeking sealed bids for water and wastewater treatment chemicals including 25% caustic soda, liquid aluminum sulfate, corrosion inhibitor, chlorine cylinders, and sodium hypochlorite 15%.
Deliveries will be made to various treatment facilities in Altoona, Duncansville, and Tyrone, PA. The initial contract term is one year from February 1st, 2027 through January 31st, 2028, with a one-year renewal option. Proposals are due by 10:00am on Thursday, November 19th, 2026. A 10% bid bond is required.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
12- 38
- 000 gal (Bulk) 25% caustic soda
- 500 55 gal drum 25% caustic soda
- 60 250 gal tote 25% caustic soda
- 35
- 000 gal (Bulk) aluminum sulfate
- 300 55 gal drum aluminum sulfate
- 50 250 gal tote aluminum sulfate
- 10 250 gal tote corrosion inhibitor
- 60 55 gal drum corrosion inhibitor
- 300 #150 lb chlorine cylinder
- 60 5 gal sodium 15% hypochlorite
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid Bond, product date sheet
- Submit to
- 900 Chestnut Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Altoona, PA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Altoona Water Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 19, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 900 Chestnut Avenue, Altoona, PA 16601. For questions, contact John Swope.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Altoona Water Authority in PA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is John Swope at (814) 770-6395. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 38, 000 gal (Bulk) 25% caustic soda, 500 55 gal drum 25% caustic soda, 60 250 gal tote 25% caustic soda, 35, 000 gal (Bulk) aluminum sulfate, 300 55 gal drum aluminum sulfate, 50 250 gal tote aluminum sulfate, 10 250 gal tote corrosion inhibitor, 60 55 gal drum corrosion inhibitor, 300 #150 lb chlor. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Altoona Water Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Altoona Water Authority are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Altoona Water Authority regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1.0 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 19, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Bond, product date sheet. Review the full document from Altoona Water Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Altoona, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
