City of Ithaca Annual Chemical Requirements for Water and Wastewater Plants Bid 2026
City of IthacaCity · Ithaca, NY- Due
- May 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 21, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Wendy Cole
The 30-second brief
The City of Ithaca Department of Public Works is soliciting sealed bids for its 2026 annual chemical requirements for water and wastewater treatment plants. The procurement covers 14 specific items including corrosion inhibitor, ferrous chloride, liquid ferric chloride, gas sulfur dioxide, liquid sodium hypochlorite (15%), liquid sodium hydroxide (25%), liquid sodium permanganate (20%), liquid sodium bisulfite (38%), liquid citric acid (50%), liquid sodium chlorite (25%), liquid hydrochloric acid (15%), liquid polymer, and primary coagulant (PACl). Bidders must provide unit pricing and meet detailed technical specifications, including NSF/ANSI 60 and AWWA standards where applicable. Deliveries are required to the Ithaca Water Treatment Plant and the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant. Bids are due by May 8, 2026, and must include a signed non-collusive bidding certification and waiver of immunity clause.
Sealed bids, Bid Sheet, Non-Collusive Bidding Certification, Waiver of Immunity Clause, Technical specifications/literature, Certificate of Analysis for deliveries
Lowest qualified responsible and responsive bidder
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Summary
The City of Ithaca Department of Public Works is soliciting sealed bids for its 2026 annual chemical requirements for water and wastewater treatment plants.
The procurement covers 14 specific items including corrosion inhibitor, ferrous chloride, liquid ferric chloride, gas sulfur dioxide, liquid sodium hypochlorite (15%), liquid sodium hydroxide (25%), liquid sodium permanganate (20%), liquid sodium bisulfite (38%), liquid citric acid (50%), liquid sodium chlorite (25%), liquid hydrochloric acid (15%), liquid polymer, and primary coagulant (PACl). Bidders must provide unit pricing and meet detailed technical specifications, including NSF/ANSI 60 and AWWA standards where applicable. Deliveries are required to the Ithaca Water Treatment Plant and the Ithaca Area Wastewater Treatment Plant. Bids are due by May 8, 2026, and must include a signed non-collusive bidding certification and waiver of immunity clause.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest qualified responsible and responsive bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Sealed bids
- Bid Sheet
- Non-Collusive Bidding Certification
- Waiver of Immunity Clause
- Technical specifications/literature
- Certificate of Analysis for deliveries
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Sheet
- Bidder's Qualification Statement
- Non-Collusive Bidding Certification
- Indemnification Agreement
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- Office of the Deputy City Controller, 108 East Green Street, Ithaca, NY 14850
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Ithaca, NY
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Ithaca?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 8, 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: Office of the Deputy City Controller, 108 East Green Street, Ithaca, NY 14850. For questions, contact Wendy Cole.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Ithaca in NY, 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 Wendy Cole. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed bids, Bid Sheet, Non-Collusive Bidding Certification, Waiver of Immunity Clause, Technical specifications/literature, Certificate of Analysis for deliveries. 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 qualified responsible and responsive bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Ithaca?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Ithaca are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Ithaca 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: Bid Sheet, Bidder's Qualification Statement, Non-Collusive Bidding Certification, Indemnification Agreement, Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from City of Ithaca for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ithaca, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.