Swimming Pool & Water/Wastewater Treatment Chemicals

Washington County, MD is issuing an Invitation to Bid (PUR‑1840) for the procurement of a comprehensive list of swimming‑pool and water/wastewater treatment chemicals. The bid covers items such as liquid chlorine, ammonia, ferric chloride, polymer, sodium hypochlorite, powdered activated carbon, poly‑aluminum chloride, caustic soda, sulfuric acid, hydrofluosilicic acid, various acids, de‑foamer, methanol (priced against the Methanex Index), and specialty chemicals like poly‑orthophosphate. Quantities are listed per unit (e.g., 1‑ton cylinder, 250‑gallon totes, 55‑gallon drums) with annual usage estimates provided for some items. The solicitation includes a pre‑bid teleconference on 10/8/2026 (attendance encouraged but not mandatory) and a mandatory bid submission deadline of 10/29/2026. No bond requirements are needed. Bidders must submit pricing, certifications, and required attachments (e.g., provisions for other agencies, debarment certifications). • Scope: Supply, deliver, and invoice for a wide range of treatment chemicals for municipal water and wastewater facilities. • Quantity: Varied per item; some items have annual usage estimates (e.g., 10‑15 chlorine deliveries per year). • Pricing: Fixed unit price plus applicable mark‑ups; methanol price indexed to September 2026 Methanex Index with monthly adjustments. • Delivery: Items to be delivered to Washington County Administration Complex or designated agency locations. • Mandatory documents: Insurance, debarment certifications, agency provision forms, signed bid signature. • Evaluation: Based on price, compliance with technical specifications, and required product testing (e.g., jar testing for poly‑orthophosphate).