City of Emporia ITB - FY27 Bulk Chemical - Water and Wastewater Treatment Chemicals (2026)
City of EmporiaCity · Emporia, VA- Due
- May 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Lori R. Jarratt
- (434) 634-2815
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Emporia invites sealed bids for an annual contract to supply bulk chemicals for its Water and Wastewater Treatment facilities, covering the period from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027. Required chemical products include Liquid Alum (200 Wet Tons), Liquid Caustic Soda (400 Wet Tons), Fluoride (6 Wet Tons), Sodium Hypochlorite (13,000 gallons), Powdered Activated Carbon (8 Dry Tons), Hydrated Lime (26 Dry Tons), Potassium Permanganate (4,000 lbs), Corrosion Inhibitor (3,500 gallons), Liquid Ammonium Sulfate (3,600 gallons), plus membrane facility and auxiliary chemicals such as Sodium Bisulfite, Citric Acid, and Sulfuric Acid. All drinking water chemicals must comply with AWWA and NSF Standard 60 specifications. Submission deadline is May 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Bids will be evaluated based on net prices and ability to meet product performance, pricing, and technical support requirements.
Liquid Alum, Caustic Soda, Fluoride, Sodium Hypochlorite, Powdered Activated Carbon, Hydrated Lime, Potassium Permanganate, Corrosion Inhibitor, Liquid Ammonium Sulfate, Sodium Bisulfite, Citric Acid, Sulfuric Acid
Product performance, pricing, technical support requirements
SUMMARY
The City of Emporia invites sealed bids for an annual contract to supply bulk chemicals for its Water and Wastewater Treatment facilities, covering the period from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.
Required chemical products include Liquid Alum (200 Wet Tons), Liquid Caustic Soda (400 Wet Tons), Fluoride (6 Wet Tons), Sodium Hypochlorite (13,000 gallons), Powdered Activated Carbon (8 Dry Tons), Hydrated Lime (26 Dry Tons), Potassium Permanganate (4,000 lbs), Corrosion Inhibitor (3,500 gallons), Liquid Ammonium Sulfate (3,600 gallons), plus membrane facility and auxiliary chemicals such as Sodium Bisulfite, Citric Acid, and Sulfuric Acid. All drinking water chemicals must comply with AWWA and NSF Standard 60 specifications. Submission deadline is May 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Bids will be evaluated based on net prices and ability to meet product performance, pricing, and technical support requirements.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Product performance
- Pricing
- Technical support requirements
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
12- Liquid Alum
- Caustic Soda
- Fluoride
- Sodium Hypochlorite
- Powdered Activated Carbon
- Hydrated Lime
- Potassium Permanganate
- Corrosion Inhibitor
- Liquid Ammonium Sulfate
- Sodium Bisulfite
- Citric Acid
- Sulfuric Acid
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Attachment A - Signature Sheet
- Attachment B - Bid Form
- List of three references
- Copy of product label
- Affidavit from manufacturer
- OSHA Form 20 Safety Data Sheets
- Documentation of ANSI/NSF Standard 60 certification
- 24-hour emergency contact name and phone number
- Proof of Insurance
- Submit to
- 201 S. Main Street, Emporia, Virginia 23847 or electronically via eVA at www.eva.virginia.gov
- Scope location
- Emporia, VA
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Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Emporia?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 27, 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: 201 S. Main Street, Emporia, Virginia 23847 or electronically via eVA at www.eva.virginia.gov. For questions, contact Lori R. Jarratt.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Emporia in VA, 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 Lori R. Jarratt at (434) 634-2815. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Liquid Alum, Caustic Soda, Fluoride, Sodium Hypochlorite, Powdered Activated Carbon, Hydrated Lime, Potassium Permanganate, Corrosion Inhibitor, Liquid Ammonium Sulfate, Sodium Bisulfite, Citric Acid, Sulfuric Acid. 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: "Product performance, pricing, technical support requirements" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Emporia?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Emporia are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Emporia 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: Attachment A - Signature Sheet, Attachment B - Bid Form, List of three references, Copy of product label, Affidavit from manufacturer, OSHA Form 20 Safety Data Sheets, Documentation of ANSI/NSF Standa. Review the full document from City of Emporia for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Emporia, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.