Opportunity
North Carolina eVP #274-RW-WTP-FY26-3-LOX-FMH
Raleigh Seeks Five-Year Liquid Oxygen Supply and Equipment Lease for Water Treatment Plant
Posted
July 31, 2026
Respond By
August 28, 2026
Identifier
274-RW-WTP-FY26-3-LOX-FMH
NAICS
424690, 238290, 562910
The City of Raleigh Public Utilities Department is seeking proposals for a five-year contract to supply liquid oxygen (LOX) and lease related equipment for ozone production at the EM Johnson Water Treatment Plant. - Government Buyer: - City of Raleigh, Public Utilities Department, EM Johnson Water Treatment Plant - Products and Equipment Requested: - Supply of approximately 1,800,000 pounds of liquid oxygen annually (monthly usage between 90,000 and 225,000 pounds) - Lease of two vertical 9,000-gallon (or larger) LOX storage tanks with local level and pressure gauges - Associated equipment: ambient air vaporizers, block heaters, piping, valves, fittings, and accessories for a complete operational oxygen system - Services Required: - Installation of LOX tanks and equipment - Ongoing maintenance, including leak repairs within 24 hours - Remote monitoring of tank levels - Emergency support - Delivery of LOX during daylight hours, Monday through Friday, with required documentation and safety compliance - Cleanup of any spillage and adherence to safety and security protocols - Notable Requirements: - Firm pricing for one year with a maximum 2% annual increase - Equipment must be removed at contract end unless renewed - Maintenance and delivery services included throughout the contract term - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; open to qualified suppliers of LOX and related equipment
Description
The City of Raleigh Public Utilities Department is requesting proposals for the supply of liquid oxygen and equipment lease for ozone production at the EM Johnson Water Treatment Plant. The solicitation includes a mandatory pre-proposal conference and site visit scheduled for August 14, 2026. Proposals must be submitted by August 28, 2026, and electronic bids are not permitted. The scope of services and detailed requirements are provided in the solicitation documents available on the North Carolina electronic Vendor Portal.