Potassium Permanganate: October 18, 2012

This contract is a single‑award, unit‑price purchase of potassium permanganate for Central Alabama Water’s 2023 consumption needs. The agency issued an open competition, received four responsive bids, and selected Chemrite, Inc. as the lowest responsible and responsive minority‑owned vendor. The award covers approximately 11,350 lb of chemical at a unit price of $2.72, totaling $30,872 for the calendar year. The procurement is a straightforward supply‑only effort with no installation, testing, or ancillary services required. • Scope: Supply of bulk potassium permanganate (≈11,350 lb) for internal use. • Pricing: Unit price $2.72 per pound; total contract value $30,872. • Competition: Open, four bidders, minority‑vendor award to Chemrite, Inc.