North Dakota Bismarck Civic Plus #IFB: Biosolids Dewatering Polymer

Biosolids Dewatering Polymer and Technical Support for Bismarck Wastewater Treatment Plant

The City of Bismarck Public Works Utility Operations Wastewater Treatment Plant is seeking bids for biosolids dewatering emulsion polymers for use with its screw press system. - Government Buyer: - City of Bismarck Public Works Utility Operations, Wastewater Treatment Plant - OEMs and Vendors: - Solenis (K274FLX polymer referenced as performance benchmark) - Equivalent or superior products from other manufacturers are eligible - Products Requested: - Biosolids Dewatering Polymer - Must meet or exceed Solenis K274FLX performance - Estimated annual usage: ~8000 gallons - Delivered in 275-gallon totes - Typical order: 10 to 14 totes per order - Delivery required within 10 business days of purchase order - Full-scale testing at facility required prior to bid submission - Performance criteria: solids capture rate, cake solids, filtrate solids - Pricing based on cost per dry ton of biosolids processed - Services Requested: - Technical assistance and operator training (up to 8 hours) - Operations evaluation and follow-up testing - Response to service requests within 48 hours by experienced technical representatives - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vendors must provide Safety Data Sheet (SDS), Technical Data Sheet (TDS), facility approval documentation, proof of delivery capability, and information on training/support - The City reserves the right to test competitive products at any time and may make multiple awards - No additional charges or surcharges allowed during contract period - Contract includes options for two additional one-year extensions

Description

The City of Bismarck is soliciting cost proposals from qualified vendors for dewatering polymer to be used with the City's solid waste processing equipment at the Wastewater Treatment Facility. The polymer must meet or exceed the performance of Solenis K274FLX and be economically efficient based on cost per dry ton of biosolids produced. Vendors are required to comply with all trial, testing, and specifications as outlined. Proposals must include pricing, safety and technical data sheets, approval documentation from the facility, delivery capability, and training and support information. Bids are due by 3:00 pm CST on November 3, 2026, with public opening at 4:00 pm CST the same day.

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