Austin Afo #IFB 2200 BYS1058

Austin Water Solicits Calcium Hypochlorite Tablets and Granules for Water Treatment

The City of Austin, through Austin Water, is seeking bids for the supply of calcium hypochlorite tablets and granules to support water treatment operations. - Government Buyer: - City of Austin, Austin Water - Products Requested: - 3-inch calcium hypochlorite tablets (73% active ingredient, minimum 68% available chlorine) - Estimated annual quantity: 10,000 lbs - Delivered in 50 lb metal or plastic drums with plastic lining - Calcium hypochlorite granules (70% active ingredient, max 4% moisture) - Estimated annual quantity: 16,300 lbs - Delivered in opaque, airtight containers (50-60 lbs each) - Services Requested: - Emergency delivery service within 24 hours, including partial deliveries to multiple locations - Notable Requirements: - Products must comply with ANSI/AWWA and NSF/ANSI Standard 60 - Packaging must ensure product integrity and safety - Deliveries required to multiple Austin Water facilities within specified windows - Contract term is 24 months, with up to three 12-month extension options - All-inclusive pricing (no separate admin or shipping charges) - Encouragement of small and local business participation - Compliance with City of Austin wage theft, local business, and small business preference programs - No specific OEMs or vendors named; open to all qualified suppliers

Description

This solicitation is an Invitation For Bids (IFB) to provide 3-inch calcium hypochlorite tablets and calcium hypochlorite granules. The materials are intended to support Austin Water treatment operations, specifically for plant cleaning and disinfection processes necessary to maintain treatment processes and comply with regulatory and permit requirements. The contract aims to ensure the supply of these chemicals to support water treatment activities.

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