Austin Afo #IFB 2200 BYS1051REBID

Austin Water Solicits 38% Sodium Bisulfite Solution for Wastewater Treatment Plants

The City of Austin, through its Austin Water department, is seeking suppliers for the delivery of 38% sodium bisulfite solution to support dechlorination at its wastewater treatment plants, primarily for the Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant (WCWWTP) 100 MGD Expansion project. - Products Requested: - 38% sodium bisulfite solution, delivered in both bulk and 330-gallon intermediate bulk containers (totes) - Estimated annual quantity for WCWWTP expansion: up to 231,000 gallons (bulk) - Alternative and emergency backup supply: 700 totes (primary), 100 totes (emergency) - Services Requested: - Emergency delivery (within 24 hours) for both bulk and tote shipments, with the ability to split deliveries across multiple locations - Key Requirements: - Vendors must provide proof of NSF approval, USDOT number, and references from municipal wastewater facilities in Texas - Certificates of analysis and safety data sheets required with each delivery - Strict compliance with delivery, safety, insurance, and wage theft prevention standards - Preference for small and local businesses - Notable Details: - No specific OEMs are named; opportunity is open to qualified chemical manufacturers and suppliers - The City may award to both primary and secondary vendors to ensure supply continuity - Delivery Locations: - Walnut Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant (7113 FM 969, Austin, TX 78724) - South Austin Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant (1017 Fallwell Lane, Del Valle, TX 78617) - Other Austin Water Wastewater Treatment Plants as needed

Description

This solicitation is an Invitation For Bids (IFB) for the delivery of a 38% sodium bisulfite solution in 330-gallon intermediate bulk containers (totes) to Austin Water Waste Treatment Plants. The sodium bisulfite solution will serve as a redundant backup to a primary sulfur dioxide dosing system to reduce residual chlorine in treated effluent before discharge into the Colorado River. The contract will be on an as-needed basis, with the City reserving the right to award contracts to primary and secondary vendors to ensure supply during emergencies or as needed. The delivery is FOB destination, prepaid and allowed, with estimated quantities provided for planning purposes.

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