1-Chemical Specification - Chemicals for Phosphate Removal 2026-2027.pdf

This is a chemical specification document issued by the Berks-Montgomery Municipal Authority, a joint entity serving Montgomery and Berks Counties in Pennsylvania, for the procurement of chemicals for phosphate removal during the contract period of October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027. The Authority seeks to procure up to 125 dry tons of Liquid Aluminum Sulfate meeting AWWA B403-82 specifications and NSF/ANSI-60 standards, with precise chemical parameters including 8.0%-8.4% Al2O3 content, specific gravity between 1.32-1.34, pH of 2.0-2.4, and a freezing point between 3-25°F. Sealed bids will be received online via PennBid until 2:00 P.M. on July 22, 2026, with public bid opening immediately following submission. The Authority will evaluate the apparent low bidder at its regularly scheduled meeting on July 27, 2026 at 4:00 P.M. All solicitation documents are available at no cost through PennBid at www.PennBid.net.

Suppliers must provide comprehensive chemical analysis documentation including strength, free acid, organic matter, freezing point, specific gravity, and heavy metals analysis (arsenic, cadmium, chromium, copper, mercury, lead, iron, zinc, and nickel), along with a Certificate of Authenticity with each delivery. No pricing terms, set-aside provisions, incumbent information, or funding source details are specified in the chemical specification document. The Authority reserves the right to reject any or all proposals submitted.