Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Ortho/Polyphosphate Blended Liquid ITB 26-29 - Water Treatment Plant Corrosion Inhibitor
Fort Pierce Utilities AuthorityUtility District · Fort Pierce, FL- Due
- May 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Nancy J. Palka
- (772) 466-1600 ext 3272
The 30-second brief
Fort Pierce Utilities Authority (FPUA) is soliciting bids for approximately 125,400 lbs. per year (approximately 11,000 gallons) of Ortho/Polyphosphate Blended Liquid (Corrosion Inhibitor) under ITB 26-29. The product must have a 50/50 ortho/polyphosphate ratio, a neat pH of 4.0-7.0, a specific gravity of 1.40 ± 0.05, and be ANSI/NSF Standard 60 approved for potable water use. Deliveries are to be made in plastic 275-gallon totes on an FOB Destination basis to the FPUA Water Treatment Plant located at 715 South 25th Street, Fort Pierce, FL 34947. Sealed bids are due by May 15, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST, with a public bid opening via Zoom at 11:30 AM EST. The initial contract term runs from June 1, 2026, through May 31, 2030, with firm pricing for the first year and subsequent yearly CPI increases capped at +/- 3%.
Ortho/Polyphosphate Blended Liquid (Corrosion Inhibitor)
Overall costs and compliance with specifications
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Summary
Fort Pierce Utilities Authority (FPUA) is soliciting bids for approximately 125,400 lbs. per year (approximately 11,000 gallons) of Ortho/Polyphosphate Blended Liquid (Corrosion Inhibitor) under ITB 26-29.
The product must have a 50/50 ortho/polyphosphate ratio, a neat pH of 4.0-7.0, a specific gravity of 1.40 ± 0.05, and be ANSI/NSF Standard 60 approved for potable water use. Deliveries are to be made in plastic 275-gallon totes on an FOB Destination basis to the FPUA Water Treatment Plant located at 715 South 25th Street, Fort Pierce, FL 34947. Sealed bids are due by May 15, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST, with a public bid opening via Zoom at 11:30 AM EST. The initial contract term runs from June 1, 2026, through May 31, 2030, with firm pricing for the first year and subsequent yearly CPI increases capped at +/- 3%.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Overall costs and compliance with specifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Ortho/Polyphosphate Blended Liquid (Corrosion Inhibitor)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Bidder’s Submittal Checklist
- Registration with State of Florida Department of State
- Invitation to Bid and Bidder Acknowledgment
- All Bid Addendum(s)
- Proof of Insurance
- Safety Data Sheet
- Bid Response Form
- IRS Form W-9
- Affidavit of Compliance with Section 287.138 and 787.06 and Non-Collusion
- Submit to
- Purchasing Manager, Fort Pierce Utilities Authority, 206 South 6th Street, Fort Pierce, FL 34950
- Scope location
- Fort Pierce, FL
- Projected sq ft
- 11,000 sq ft
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Fort Pierce Utilities Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 15, 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 Manager, Fort Pierce Utilities Authority, 206 South 6th Street, Fort Pierce, FL 34950. For questions, contact Nancy J. Palka.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Fort Pierce Utilities Authority in FL, 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 Nancy J. Palka at (772) 466-1600 ext 3272. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Ortho/Polyphosphate Blended Liquid (Corrosion Inhibitor). 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: "Overall costs and compliance with specifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Fort Pierce Utilities Authority?
All active and historical solicitations from Fort Pierce Utilities Authority are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Fort Pierce Utilities Authority 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 4 years. 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: Bidder’s Submittal Checklist, Registration with State of Florida Department of State, Invitation to Bid and Bidder Acknowledgment, All Bid Addendum(s), Proof of Insurance, Safety Data Sheet, Bid Respo. Review the full document from Fort Pierce Utilities Authority for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fort Pierce, FL. The total projected area is 11000 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.