Orange Water and Sewer Authority Wastewater Treatment Chemical - Acetic Acid IFB No. 26-010 (2026)
Orange Water & Sewer AuthorityUtility District · Carrboro, NC- Due
- Oct 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 7, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- David Moore
The 30-second brief
The Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA) is seeking bids from qualified suppliers for the supply of Acetic Acid used in wastewater treatment processes at the Wastewater Treatment Plant located at 170 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517. The estimated annual consumption is approximately 3,000,000 pounds per year, delivered in tanker truck quantities with a 2-inch cam fitting connection typically on a weekly or biweekly basis. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. ET, with a public bid opening to follow at 3:30 p.m. at the OWASA Administration Office, 400 Jones Ferry Road, Carrboro, NC 27510. Written inquiries must be submitted by October 14, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. ET to David Moore at [email protected]. The initial contract term is one year, with options to extend for two additional one-year periods.
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)-Pass/Fail, Certificate of Analysis (COA)-Pass/Fail, Delivery Lead Time for an Order-Pass/Fail, Provide three references from facilities previously supplied-Pass/Fail, Lowest responsive responsible bidder
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Summary
The Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA) is seeking bids from qualified suppliers for the supply of Acetic Acid used in wastewater treatment processes at the Wastewater Treatment Plant located at 170 Old Mason Farm Road, Chapel Hill, NC 27517.
The estimated annual consumption is approximately 3,000,000 pounds per year, delivered in tanker truck quantities with a 2-inch cam fitting connection typically on a weekly or biweekly basis. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. ET, with a public bid opening to follow at 3:30 p.m. at the OWASA Administration Office, 400 Jones Ferry Road, Carrboro, NC 27510. Written inquiries must be submitted by October 14, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. ET to David Moore at [email protected]. The initial contract term is one year, with options to extend for two additional one-year periods.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Safety Data Sheets (SDS)-Pass/Fail
- Certificate of Analysis (COA)-Pass/Fail
- Delivery Lead Time for an Order-Pass/Fail
- Provide three references from facilities previously supplied-Pass/Fail
- Lowest responsive responsible bidder
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- Specifications (Attachment A)
- Bid Form (Attachment B)
- E-Verify Affidavit (Attachment C)
- Certification Regarding Conflict of Interest (Attachment D)
- Iran Divestment Act Certificate (Attachment E)
- Companies Boycotting Israel Divestment Act Form (Attachment F)
- Non-Collusion Affidavit (Attachment G)
- Reference Form (Attachment H)
- Response Checklist (Attachment I)
- Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
- Certificate of Analysis (COA)
- Delivery Lead Time for an Order
- Three references from facilities previously supplied
- Acknowledgment of all addenda
- Submit to
- https://www.owasa.org/bid-opportunities
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Chapel Hill, NC
- Reported agency
- Orange Water and Sewer Authority
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Orange Water & Sewer Authority?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 22, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.owasa.org/bid-opportunities. For questions, contact David Moore.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Orange Water & Sewer Authority in NC, 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 David Moore. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Safety Data Sheets (SDS)-Pass/Fail, Certificate of Analysis (COA)-Pass/Fail, Delivery Lead Time for an Order-Pass/Fail, Provide three references from facilities previously supplied-Pass/Fail, Lowest r..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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: Specifications (Attachment A), Bid Form (Attachment B), E-Verify Affidavit (Attachment C), Certification Regarding Conflict of Interest (Attachment D), Iran Divestment Act Certificate (Attachment E),. Review the full document from Orange Water & Sewer 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: Chapel Hill, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.