City of Kalamazoo Liquid Sodium Hypochlorite IFB 88500-013.0 2026
City of KalamazooCity · Kalamazoo, MI- Due
- Sep 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 2, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Susie Drust
- (269) 337-8691
The 30-second brief
The City of Kalamazoo is soliciting sealed bids for a one-year term contract for Liquid Sodium Hypochlorite (bleach), 12.5% minimum by volume of NaOCl, beginning January 1, 2027. The estimated annual quantity is 427,500 gallons, delivered in 4,500-gallon bulk liquid loads (approximately 95 deliveries per year) to the Water Reclamation Plant at 1415 N. Harrison Street. The material must be NSF approved in accordance with AWWA/NSF Standard #60. The contract includes options for four additional one-year extensions. Bids are due by September 23, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. Local Time. Questions regarding specifications should be directed to Susie Drust, Wastewater Superintendent, at 269-337-8691 or [email protected] at least 5 business days before the opening. The bid requires compliance with local preference policies, ex-offender hiring policies, and non-discrimination clauses.
Bid and Award pages, Reference Questionnaire, Ex-Offender Policy Checklist, Local Preference Certification, Certificate of Insurance
Total annual cost, maximum delivery time (48 hours from order release), ability to hold price for 12 months, and responsiveness to specifications.
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Summary
The City of Kalamazoo is soliciting sealed bids for a one-year term contract for Liquid Sodium Hypochlorite (bleach), 12.5% minimum by volume of NaOCl, beginning January 1, 2027.
The estimated annual quantity is 427,500 gallons, delivered in 4,500-gallon bulk liquid loads (approximately 95 deliveries per year) to the Water Reclamation Plant at 1415 N. Harrison Street. The material must be NSF approved in accordance with AWWA/NSF Standard #60. The contract includes options for four additional one-year extensions. Bids are due by September 23, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. Local Time. Questions regarding specifications should be directed to Susie Drust, Wastewater Superintendent, at 269-337-8691 or [email protected] at least 5 business days before the opening. The bid requires compliance with local preference policies, ex-offender hiring policies, and non-discrimination clauses.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Total annual cost
- Maximum delivery time (48 hours from order release)
- Ability to hold price for 12 months
- Responsiveness to specifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Bid and Award pages
- Reference Questionnaire
- Ex-Offender Policy Checklist
- Local Preference Certification
- Certificate of Insurance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Appendix A
- Submit to
- Purchasing Division, 241 W. South Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
- Duration
- 60 months
- 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 Susie Drust.
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 Susie Drust at (269) 337-8691. 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, Reference Questionnaire, Ex-Offender Policy Checklist, Local Preference Certification, Certificate of Insurance. 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: "Total annual cost, maximum delivery time (48 hours from order release), ability to hold price for 12 months, and responsiveness to specifications." 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. 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.