Central Arkansas Water - Chemical Bid ITB CAW# 26-16 - Water Production Department 2026
Central Arkansas WaterUtility District · Little Rock, AR- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Liz Tuck-Rowan
- (501) 377-1266
The 30-second brief
Central Arkansas Water is seeking competitive bids for a firm fixed price chemical contract for the Water Production Department, covering the supply period from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027. The required drinking water treatment chemicals include quicklime, hydrated lime, calcium hypochlorite briquettes, 15% hydrochloric acid, hydrofluosilicic acid, 25% liquid sodium chlorite, and 30% liquid zinc-orthophosphate, to be delivered to facilities including Ozark Point Water Treatment Plant, Jack H. Wilson Treatment Plant, and Lake Maumelle Pumping Station in Little Rock and Roland, Arkansas. Estimated quantities range across bulk and truckload orders, such as 1,500,000 pounds of quicklime, 275,000 pounds of hydrated lime, 400,000 lbs of hydrochloric acid, and 1,100,000 lbs of hydrofluosilicic acid. Bids are due by October 29, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time, and must include NSF/ANSI Standard 60 certification, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and compliance with AWWA standards.
Quicklime (1, 500, 000 lbs), Hydrated Lime (275, 000 lbs), Calcium Hypochlorite Briquettes (5, 000 lb), 15% Hydrochloric Acid (400, 000 lbs), Hydrofluosilicic Acid (1, 100, 000 lbs), 25% Liquid Sodium Chlorite (100, 000 gal), 30% Liquid Zinc-Orthophosphate (25, 000 gal)
Lowest responsive, responsible bidder
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Summary
Central Arkansas Water is seeking competitive bids for a firm fixed price chemical contract for the Water Production Department, covering the supply period from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027.
The required drinking water treatment chemicals include quicklime, hydrated lime, calcium hypochlorite briquettes, 15% hydrochloric acid, hydrofluosilicic acid, 25% liquid sodium chlorite, and 30% liquid zinc-orthophosphate, to be delivered to facilities including Ozark Point Water Treatment Plant, Jack H. Wilson Treatment Plant, and Lake Maumelle Pumping Station in Little Rock and Roland, Arkansas. Estimated quantities range across bulk and truckload orders, such as 1,500,000 pounds of quicklime, 275,000 pounds of hydrated lime, 400,000 lbs of hydrochloric acid, and 1,100,000 lbs of hydrofluosilicic acid. Bids are due by October 29, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time, and must include NSF/ANSI Standard 60 certification, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and compliance with AWWA standards.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsive, responsible bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Quicklime (1, 500, 000 lbs)
- Hydrated Lime (275, 000 lbs)
- Calcium Hypochlorite Briquettes (5, 000 lb)
- 15% Hydrochloric Acid (400, 000 lbs)
- Hydrofluosilicic Acid (1, 100, 000 lbs)
- 25% Liquid Sodium Chlorite (100, 000 gal)
- 30% Liquid Zinc-Orthophosphate (25, 000 gal)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Bid Signature Page
- Official Bid Price Sheet
- Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
- NSF/ANSI Standard 60 Certification
- Submit to
- Central Arkansas Water, ATTN: Purchasing Section, 425 W. East Capitol Avenue, 8th Floor, Little Rock, AR 72201 or via email to [email protected]
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Little Rock, AR
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Central Arkansas Water?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 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: Central Arkansas Water, ATTN: Purchasing Section, 425 W. East Capitol Avenue, 8th Floor, Little Rock, AR 72201 or via email to [email protected]. For questions, contact Liz Tuck-Rowan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Central Arkansas Water in AR, 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 IFB 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 Liz Tuck-Rowan at (501) 377-1266. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Quicklime (1, 500, 000 lbs), Hydrated Lime (275, 000 lbs), Calcium Hypochlorite Briquettes (5, 000 lb), 15% Hydrochloric Acid (400, 000 lbs), Hydrofluosilicic Acid (1, 100, 000 lbs), 25% Liquid Sodium Chlorite (100, 000 gal), 30% Liquid Zinc-Orthophosphate (25, 000 gal). 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 responsive, responsible bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Central Arkansas Water?
All active and historical solicitations from Central Arkansas Water are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Central Arkansas Water 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 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
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 Signature Page, Official Bid Price Sheet, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), NSF/ANSI Standard 60 Certification. Review the full document from Central Arkansas Water for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Little Rock, AR. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.