City of Newport News - Polymer (Residual Operations) IFB #27-2027-3103 (2026)
City of Newport NewsCity · Newport News, VA- Due
- Oct 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 22, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Vernest Rice
- (757) 926-8032
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Newport News is seeking bids for a term contract to furnish and provide polymer for residual operations to the Newport News Waterworks on an as-needed basis. Approved polymers include Everfloc LT27, Praestol DW27, and Clarifloc A3320, with an estimated annual requirement of 25,000 pounds supplied in 50 or 55 lb bags on pallets. Deliveries shall be made to Harwood's Mill Water Treatment Plant located at 3629 George Washington Memorial Highway, Yorktown, VA, with a minimum of 24 hours' notice. Bids are due by October 6, 2026, at 2:00 pm via the OpenGov Procurement portal. Questions must be submitted in writing by September 29, 2026, at 1:00 pm. The contract will be awarded based on total price to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
Polymer (Residual Operations)
Price
SUMMARY
The City of Newport News is seeking bids for a term contract to furnish and provide polymer for residual operations to the Newport News Waterworks on an as-needed basis.
Approved polymers include Everfloc LT27, Praestol DW27, and Clarifloc A3320, with an estimated annual requirement of 25,000 pounds supplied in 50 or 55 lb bags on pallets. Deliveries shall be made to Harwood's Mill Water Treatment Plant located at 3629 George Washington Memorial Highway, Yorktown, VA, with a minimum of 24 hours' notice. Bids are due by October 6, 2026, at 2:00 pm via the OpenGov Procurement portal. Questions must be submitted in writing by September 29, 2026, at 1:00 pm. The contract will be awarded based on total price to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Polymer (Residual Operations)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
- W-9
- References
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/nnva
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Newport News, VA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Newport News?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 6, 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: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/nnva. For questions, contact Vernest Rice.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Newport News 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 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 Vernest Rice at (757) 926-8032. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Polymer (Residual Operations). 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: "Price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Newport News?
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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: Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS), W-9, References. Review the full document from City of Newport News for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Newport News, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.