City of Aurora - 2026 Water Treatment Plant Chemicals Technical Proposals - ITB 25-197 (2025)
City of Aurora cityCity · Aurora city, IL- Due
- Sep 15, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 26, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Cassandra Karsten
- (630) 256-3550
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Aurora invites vendors to submit technical proposals for Phase 1 of the 2026 Water Treatment Plant Chemicals Reverse Auction, ITB 25-197. The procurement covers process chemicals including sodium hypochlorite, carbon dioxide, calcium oxide (quicklime), fluorosilicic acid, and anhydrous ammonia for the City of Aurora Water Treatment Plant and River Intake Pumping Station. The contract term is for year 2026 with an option for one additional one-year extension. Responses to unpriced technical proposals are due by September 15, 2025, with questions due by September 4, 2025. Bidding is conducted through the eBridge web-based bidding platform involving unpriced technical evaluation followed by an online reverse auction.
Sodium Hypochlorite, Carbon Dioxide, Calcium Oxide, Fluorosilicic Acid, Anhydrous Ammonia
Adherence to all conditions and requirements of the bid specifications, price, qualifications of the bidder, delivery or completion date, product appearance and test results, maintenance costs and warranty provisions, repurchase or residual value
SUMMARY
The City of Aurora invites vendors to submit technical proposals for Phase 1 of the 2026 Water Treatment Plant Chemicals Reverse Auction, ITB 25-197.
The procurement covers process chemicals including sodium hypochlorite, carbon dioxide, calcium oxide (quicklime), fluorosilicic acid, and anhydrous ammonia for the City of Aurora Water Treatment Plant and River Intake Pumping Station. The contract term is for year 2026 with an option for one additional one-year extension. Responses to unpriced technical proposals are due by September 15, 2025, with questions due by September 4, 2025. Bidding is conducted through the eBridge web-based bidding platform involving unpriced technical evaluation followed by an online reverse auction.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Adherence to all conditions and requirements of the bid specifications
- Price
- Qualifications of the bidder
- Delivery or completion date
- Product appearance and test results
- Maintenance costs and warranty provisions
- Repurchase or residual value
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Sodium Hypochlorite
- Carbon Dioxide
- Calcium Oxide
- Fluorosilicic Acid
- Anhydrous Ammonia
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Unpriced Technical Proposals
- EBridge Information-City of Aurora form
- COA Contact Information
- References
- Sub-Contractor List
- Eligibility Certification
- Bidder's Tax Certification
- Bidder's Certification
- Local Vendor Preference Application
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/aurorail
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Aurora, IL
- Reported agency
- City of Aurora
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Aurora city?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 15, 2025. 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/aurorail. For questions, contact Cassandra Karsten.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Aurora city in IL, 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 Cassandra Karsten at (630) 256-3550. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sodium Hypochlorite, Carbon Dioxide, Calcium Oxide, Fluorosilicic Acid, Anhydrous Ammonia. 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: "Adherence to all conditions and requirements of the bid specifications, price, qualifications of the bidder, delivery or completion date, product appearance and test results, maintenance costs and war..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Aurora city?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Aurora city are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Aurora city 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: Unpriced Technical Proposals, eBridge Information-City of Aurora form, COA Contact Information, References, Sub-Contractor List, Eligibility Certification, Bidder's Tax Certification, Bidder's Certifi. Review the full document from City of Aurora city for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Aurora, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.