Ames Ionwave #2026-109

City of Ames Seeks Sulfuric Acid Supplier for Power Plant (6-Month Contract)

The City of Ames Electric Services Department is inviting bids for a six-month contract to supply sulfuric acid for its Power Plant operations. - Government Buyer: - City of Ames, Electric Services Department (Finance Office) - Products Requested: - Sulfuric acid, 66 degrees BE - Delivered by truckload (approx. 25 tons per shipment) - Estimated 5-6 shipments during the contract period (total estimated quantity: 125-150 tons) - Fixed pricing for the entire six-month contract - Delivery Requirements: - All deliveries to City of Ames Power Plant, 200 E. 5th St., Ames, IA 50010 - Deliveries scheduled as requested by the City - Notable Requirements: - Compliance with Iowa sales tax and insurance requirements - Participation in the City's local consideration program - No minimum or maximum quantity guaranteed; quantities are estimates only - Bids must remain valid for 60 days after closing - The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids - No specific OEMs or named vendors are identified in the solicitation

Description

The City of Ames is soliciting bids from qualified vendors to establish contract pricing per ton for the purchase of sulfuric acid for its Electric Services Department. The contract covers a six-month period from May 1, 2026, through October 31, 2026, with fixed pricing throughout. Each shipment will be approximately one truckload of 25 tons at 66 degrees BE, with an estimated 5-6 shipments during the contract period. Deliveries will be made to the City Power Plant in Ames, Iowa, as requested by the City. The City does not guarantee any minimum or maximum quantity and reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

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