City of Kalamazoo Liquid Chlorine Cylinders IFB 19000-014.0 2026
City of KalamazooCity · Kalamazoo, MI- Due
- Sep 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Dylan Doak
- (269) 337-8454
The 30-second brief
The City of Kalamazoo is soliciting sealed bids under IFB 19000-014.0 for a one-year term contract for liquid chlorine cylinders, beginning January 1, 2027. The procurement includes approximately 900 units of 150 lb. cylinders and 35 units of 2,000 lb. (1 ton) cylinders to be delivered to the Water Division at 215 Stockbridge Avenue. Product must be 99.5% pure and meet AWWA B-301 and ANSI/NSF Standard 60 certifications. The contract includes options for four additional one-year extensions. Bidders must provide health and safety records and meet specific insurance requirements, including $1M in general and automobile liability. Bids are due by September 23, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Local Time; electronic bids will not be accepted. Questions regarding specifications should be directed to Dylan Doak at 269-337-8454.
Bid and Award pages, Health and safety record, Certified chemical analysis, Proof of insurance, W9, Reference questionnaire, Ex-offender policy checklist
Aggregate basis (total annual cost), maximum delivery time (48 hours), ability to hold price for 12 months, emergency response capability
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Summary
The City of Kalamazoo is soliciting sealed bids under IFB 19000-014.0 for a one-year term contract for liquid chlorine cylinders, beginning January 1, 2027.
The procurement includes approximately 900 units of 150 lb. cylinders and 35 units of 2,000 lb. (1 ton) cylinders to be delivered to the Water Division at 215 Stockbridge Avenue. Product must be 99.5% pure and meet AWWA B-301 and ANSI/NSF Standard 60 certifications. The contract includes options for four additional one-year extensions. Bidders must provide health and safety records and meet specific insurance requirements, including $1M in general and automobile liability. Bids are due by September 23, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Local Time; electronic bids will not be accepted. Questions regarding specifications should be directed to Dylan Doak at 269-337-8454.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Aggregate basis (total annual cost)
- Maximum delivery time (48 hours)
- Ability to hold price for 12 months
- Emergency response capability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Bid and Award pages
- Health and safety record
- Certified chemical analysis
- Proof of insurance
- W9
- Reference questionnaire
- Ex-offender policy checklist
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendix A (Non-Discrimination Clause)
- Submit to
- Purchasing Division, 241 W. South Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
- Scope location
- Kalamazoo, MI
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Kalamazoo?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 23, 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: Purchasing Division, 241 W. South Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. For questions, contact Dylan Doak.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Kalamazoo in MI, 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 Dylan Doak at (269) 337-8454. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bid and Award pages, Health and safety record, Certified chemical analysis, Proof of insurance, W9, Reference questionnaire, Ex-offender policy checklist. 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: "Aggregate basis (total annual cost), maximum delivery time (48 hours), ability to hold price for 12 months, emergency response capability" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Kalamazoo?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Kalamazoo are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Kalamazoo 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 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Appendix A (Non-Discrimination Clause). Review the full document from City of Kalamazoo for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kalamazoo, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.