City of Bismarck Wastewater Treatment Plant Polymer IFB 2026
City of BismarckCity · Bismarck, ND- Due
- Nov 3, 2026
- Due today
- Posted
- Aug 11, 2026
- Primary contact
- Amber Araujo
- (701) 355-1700 ext 4
The 30-second brief
The City of Bismarck is soliciting cost proposals for dewatering polymer for use with solid waste processing equipment at the Wastewater Treatment Facility. Vendors must provide products that meet or exceed Solenis K274FLX performance standards, evaluated on cost per dry ton of biosolids produced. Requirements include unit pricing per pound (inclusive of shipping and fuel surcharges), Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Technical Data Sheets (TDS), and documentation of successful full-scale plant trial performance. Evaluation criteria include solids capture rate, cake solids percentage, and filtrate solids levels. Bids are due by November 3, 2026, at 3:00pm CST via email to [email protected] or physical submission to Public Works Utility Operations.
Bid Sheets, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), Technical Data Sheet (TDS), Trial performance documentation, Delivery capability documentation, Training and support information
Lowest overall polymer cost per dry ton of biosolids produced, highest solids capture rate, highest cake solids, lowest filtrate solids
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Summary
The City of Bismarck is soliciting cost proposals for dewatering polymer for use with solid waste processing equipment at the Wastewater Treatment Facility.
Vendors must provide products that meet or exceed Solenis K274FLX performance standards, evaluated on cost per dry ton of biosolids produced. Requirements include unit pricing per pound (inclusive of shipping and fuel surcharges), Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Technical Data Sheets (TDS), and documentation of successful full-scale plant trial performance. Evaluation criteria include solids capture rate, cake solids percentage, and filtrate solids levels. Bids are due by November 3, 2026, at 3:00pm CST via email to [email protected] or physical submission to Public Works Utility Operations.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Lowest overall polymer cost per dry ton of biosolids produced
- Highest solids capture rate
- Highest cake solids
- Lowest filtrate solids
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Bid Sheets
- Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
- Trial performance documentation
- Delivery capability documentation
- Training and support information
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Bismarck, ND
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Bismarck?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 3, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Amber Araujo.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Bismarck in ND, 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 Amber Araujo at (701) 355-1700 ext 4. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid Sheets, Safety Data Sheet (SDS), Technical Data Sheet (TDS), Trial performance documentation, Delivery capability documentation, Training and support information. 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 overall polymer cost per dry ton of biosolids produced, highest solids capture rate, highest cake solids, lowest filtrate solids" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Bismarck?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Bismarck are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Bismarck regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 3, 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 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. Review the full document from City of Bismarck for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bismarck, ND. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.