Union County - Yadkin River Water Treatment Plant Chemical Sodium Hypochlorite IFB 2026-078 (2026)
Union CountyCounty · Monroe, NC- Due
- Oct 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 18, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Juan Rodriguez-Cruz
- (704) 283-3519
The 30-second brief
Union County, North Carolina, through Union County Water, is soliciting unpriced technical bid submissions for Sodium Hypochlorite 12% Trade / 10% Weight utilizing a multi-step competitive sealed bid process with online reverse auction pricing pursuant to N.C.G.S. §143-129.9. The estimated yearly requirement is approximately 55,000 gallons delivered via full tanker loads (4,000 to 5,000 gallon lots) to the Yadkin River Water Treatment Plant located at 3522 New Salem Road, Monroe, NC 28110. The contract term is one year with four optional one-year renewal periods. Unpriced technical responses are due by October 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM local time at the Union County Procurement Department, 610 Patton Ave., Monroe, NC 28110. A question deadline is set for September 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM local time. Qualified suppliers advancing past Phase 1 will participate in an eBridge live online reverse auction on October 14, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET.
Sodium Hypochlorite 12% Trade / 10% Weight
Responsiveness, responsibility, specification compliance, delivery capability, completeness of required materials, reverse auction pricing
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Summary
Union County, North Carolina, through Union County Water, is soliciting unpriced technical bid submissions for Sodium Hypochlorite 12% Trade / 10% Weight utilizing a multi-step competitive sealed bid process with online reverse auction pricing pursuant to N.C.G.S. §143-129.9.
The estimated yearly requirement is approximately 55,000 gallons delivered via full tanker loads (4,000 to 5,000 gallon lots) to the Yadkin River Water Treatment Plant located at 3522 New Salem Road, Monroe, NC 28110. The contract term is one year with four optional one-year renewal periods. Unpriced technical responses are due by October 6, 2026, at 9:00 AM local time at the Union County Procurement Department, 610 Patton Ave., Monroe, NC 28110. A question deadline is set for September 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM local time. Qualified suppliers advancing past Phase 1 will participate in an eBridge live online reverse auction on October 14, 2026, at 11:00 AM ET.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Responsiveness
- Responsibility
- Specification compliance
- Delivery capability
- Completeness of required materials
- Reverse auction pricing
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Sodium Hypochlorite 12% Trade / 10% Weight
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Appendix A – Reverse Auction Pricing Acknowledgement Form
- Appendix B – Bid Submission Form (signed)
- Appendix C – Addendum Receipt and Anti-Collusion Form (signed)
- Required technical literature
- COA
- Product specifications
- Compliance documentation
- Submit to
- Union County Procurement Department, 610 Patton Ave., Monroe, NC 28110
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Monroe, NC
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Union County?
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: Union County Procurement Department, 610 Patton Ave., Monroe, NC 28110. For questions, contact Juan Rodriguez-Cruz.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Union County 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 Juan Rodriguez-Cruz at (704) 283-3519. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sodium Hypochlorite 12% Trade / 10% Weight. 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: "Responsiveness, responsibility, specification compliance, delivery capability, completeness of required materials, reverse auction pricing" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Union County?
All active and historical solicitations from Union County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Union County 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 – Reverse Auction Pricing Acknowledgement Form, Appendix B – Bid Submission Form (signed), Appendix C – Addendum Receipt and Anti-Collusion Form (signed), Required technical literature, COA. Review the full document from Union County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Monroe, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.