City of Kalama - 2027 Chemical Bid Proposal - Drinking Water and Wastewater Treatment Facility Chemicals
City of KalamaCity · Kalama, WA- Due
- Nov 20, 2026
- 17 days left
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
The City of Kalama is seeking bids for the 2027 chemical procurement to supply the Drinking Water Treatment Facility and Wastewater Treatment Facility. Required chemicals include Diatomaceous Earth Grade FW 50 (85,000 LBS), 12.5% Sodium Hypochlorite (6,000 GAL), 25% Sodium Hydroxide (6,000 GAL for drinking water and 15,000 GAL for wastewater), Sodium Fluoride (5,000 LBS), and Calcium Nitrate / Bioxide (2,500 GAL). The contract period spans twelve months from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027, with vendors required to maintain a minimum of 20 super sacs of Diatomaceous Earth in their warehouse. Bids are due by 10:00 AM on Friday, November 20, 2026. Contracts for each chemical may be awarded separately to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder.
Diatomaceous Earth Grade FW 50, 85, 000 LBS; 12.5% Sodium Hypochlorite, 6, 000 GAL; 25% Sodium Hydroxide, 6, 000 GAL; Sodium Fluoride, 5, 000 LBS; Calcium Nitrate (Bioxide), 2, 500 GAL; 25% Sodium Hydroxide, 15, 000 GAL
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Summary
The City of Kalama is seeking bids for the 2027 chemical procurement to supply the Drinking Water Treatment Facility and Wastewater Treatment Facility.
Required chemicals include Diatomaceous Earth Grade FW 50 (85,000 LBS), 12.5% Sodium Hypochlorite (6,000 GAL), 25% Sodium Hydroxide (6,000 GAL for drinking water and 15,000 GAL for wastewater), Sodium Fluoride (5,000 LBS), and Calcium Nitrate / Bioxide (2,500 GAL). The contract period spans twelve months from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027, with vendors required to maintain a minimum of 20 super sacs of Diatomaceous Earth in their warehouse. Bids are due by 10:00 AM on Friday, November 20, 2026. Contracts for each chemical may be awarded separately to the lowest responsible, responsive bidder.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible, responsive bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Diatomaceous Earth Grade FW 50, 85, 000 LBS
- 12.5% Sodium Hypochlorite, 6, 000 GAL
- 25% Sodium Hydroxide, 6, 000 GAL
- Sodium Fluoride, 5, 000 LBS
- Calcium Nitrate (Bioxide), 2, 500 GAL
- 25% Sodium Hydroxide, 15, 000 GAL
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Statement of Bidder's Qualifications
- List of five other contracts
- Addenda Received
- Submit to
- 195 North First Street, PO Box 1007, Kalama, WA 98625
- Scope location
- Kalama, WA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Kalama?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 20, 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: 195 North First Street, PO Box 1007, Kalama, WA 98625.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Kalama in WA, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Diatomaceous Earth Grade FW 50, 85, 000 LBS; 12.5% Sodium Hypochlorite, 6, 000 GAL; 25% Sodium Hydroxide, 6, 000 GAL; Sodium Fluoride, 5, 000 LBS; Calcium Nitrate (Bioxide), 2, 500 GAL; 25% Sodium Hydroxide, 15, 000 GAL. 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 responsible, responsive bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Kalama?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Kalama are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Kalama 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 20, 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 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: Statement of Bidder's Qualifications, list of five other contracts, Addenda Received. Review the full document from City of Kalama for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kalama, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.