City of Asheville Water Treatment Chemicals Bid 2026 - FBR 2098-27
City of AshevilleCity · Asheville, NC- Due
- Sep 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Beatrice Abernathy
- (828) 259-5954
The 30-second brief
The City of Asheville is soliciting sealed bids for the annual supply of water treatment chemicals under Formal Request No. 2098-27. The procurement includes Liquid Aluminum Sulfate (8%), Liquid Zinc Orthophosphate (Bulk and Totes), Hydrofluosilicic Acid (minimum 23%), Sodium Hypochlorite Solution (12%), and Sodium Thiosulfate Pentahydrate. Chemicals are to be delivered on an as-needed basis to the North Fork, Mills River, and Wm. DeBruhl Treatment Plants. Bidders must be ISO 14001 certified and provide original NSF Standard 60 certificates. The contract term is for twelve months with options for two additional twelve-month renewals. Bids are due by 3:00 PM local time on September 17, 2026, with a question deadline of September 9, 2026.
Sealed bid forms, NSF Certificates, Certified weight tickets, Certified chemical analysis, Safety Data Sheets, NAFTA Certificate of Origin
Lowest responsive responsible bidder, past performance, service record, reliability
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Summary
The City of Asheville is soliciting sealed bids for the annual supply of water treatment chemicals under Formal Request No. 2098-27.
The procurement includes Liquid Aluminum Sulfate (8%), Liquid Zinc Orthophosphate (Bulk and Totes), Hydrofluosilicic Acid (minimum 23%), Sodium Hypochlorite Solution (12%), and Sodium Thiosulfate Pentahydrate. Chemicals are to be delivered on an as-needed basis to the North Fork, Mills River, and Wm. DeBruhl Treatment Plants. Bidders must be ISO 14001 certified and provide original NSF Standard 60 certificates. The contract term is for twelve months with options for two additional twelve-month renewals. Bids are due by 3:00 PM local time on September 17, 2026, with a question deadline of September 9, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Lowest responsive responsible bidder
- Past performance
- Service record
- Reliability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Sealed bid forms
- NSF Certificates
- Certified weight tickets
- Certified chemical analysis
- Safety Data Sheets
- NAFTA Certificate of Origin
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Original NFS Certificates
- List of three references
- Non-Collusion Statement
- Submit to
- 70 Court Plaza, Security Station, Asheville, NC 28801
- Scope location
- Asheville, NC
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Asheville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 17, 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: 70 Court Plaza, Security Station, Asheville, NC 28801. For questions, contact Beatrice Abernathy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Asheville in NC, 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 Beatrice Abernathy at (828) 259-5954. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed bid forms, NSF Certificates, Certified weight tickets, Certified chemical analysis, Safety Data Sheets, NAFTA Certificate of Origin. 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, past performance, service record, reliability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Asheville?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Asheville are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Asheville 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 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: Original NFS Certificates, List of three references, Non-Collusion Statement. Review the full document from City of Asheville for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Asheville, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.