Opportunity

Birmingham Water Works And Sewer Board Bwwb #26-12-13

Central Alabama Water solicits bids for water treatment chemicals for 2027

Posted

September 25, 2026

Respond By

October 13, 2026

Identifier

26-12-13

NAICS

424690

Central Alabama Water (CAW) is inviting bids for the supply and delivery of water treatment chemicals for operations in 2027. - Government Buyer: - Central Alabama Water (CAW), Purchasing Department - Contact: Connie Lee - Products Requested: - Ferric Sulfate (12-12.5% liquid): 2,700,000 lbs, AWWA B406-14 or latest, NSF 60 certified - Bulk Hydrated Lime (Type S): 1,147,000 lbs, AWWA B202-13 or latest, NSF 60 certified - Liquid Sodium Hypochlorite (12.5% min by weight): 650,000 gallons, AWWA B300-24, NSF 60 certified - Powdered Activated Carbon: 120,000 lbs bulk, 40,000 lbs bagged, AWWA B600-16, NSF 60 certified - Additional chemicals: Liquid Chlorine, Orthophosphoric Acid, Potassium Permanganate, PAC Slurry, Liquid Aluminum Sulfate (quantities not specified) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors named; opportunity open to qualified suppliers meeting technical and certification requirements - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All products must meet AWWA and NSF 60 certifications; proof of certification required with bids - Strict delivery timelines (48-72 hours after release notice) - Deliveries to specified water treatment plants in Birmingham and Vestavia, Alabama - Safety, quality assurance, and driver background checks required - Emergency support and safety training for sodium hypochlorite - Pricing must remain firm for initial contract year; provisions for price adjustments under economic conditions - Contract term is one year, with options for up to two annual extensions - Estimated Quantities: - Ferric Sulfate: 2,700,000 lbs - Bulk Hydrated Lime: 1,147,000 lbs - Liquid Sodium Hypochlorite: 650,000 gallons - Powdered Activated Carbon: 120,000 lbs bulk, 40,000 lbs bagged - Certifications: - All chemicals must be NSF 60 certified and conform to latest AWWA standards - Delivery Locations: - Multiple water treatment plants in Birmingham and Vestavia, Alabama - Contract Structure: - One-year term with up to two one-year renewal options; month-to-month extensions possible after expiration

Description

Central Alabama Water is soliciting sealed bids for various chemicals including Ferric Sulfate, Liquid Chlorine, Liquid Sodium Hypochlorite, Orthophosphoric Acid, Potassium Permanganate, Powdered Activated Carbon, PAC Slurry, Liquid Aluminum Sulfate, and Bulk Hydrated Lime for the calendar year 2027. The contracts will be awarded based on product performance and price, with deliveries required to specified treatment plants in Alabama. Bids must include NSF 60 Certification and comply with detailed specifications and conditions. The initial contract term is one year with possible extensions, and bids are due by October 13, 2026, at 10:00 AM.

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