FLUOROSILICIC_ACID_Chemical_Specification_Sheet.pdf

This is a chemical specification sheet for fluorosilicic acid prepared by the City of Murfreesboro, Tennessee for potable water treatment operations at the Stonewall Regional Water Treatment Plant under Invitation to Bid ITB-31-2026. The specification establishes requirements for fluorosilicic acid as a direct additive for drinking water treatment, with an estimated annual usage of 100,000 pounds in bulk form. Bidders must submit sealed bids electronically via OpenGov no later than Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. CST, with bid opening scheduled for the same date and time. The contract period shall be for one year from the date of award with options to renew for up to three additional one-year terms, and all bid prices must remain firm for the initial contract term.

All fluorosilicic acid products must be manufactured in the United States, meet NSF/ANSI Standard 60 certification for drinking water treatment chemicals and comply with AWWA Specification B703 in its latest revision. The chemical must have an H2SiF6 concentration of 20-30 percent by weight, with a maximum H2SiF6 content variance of 1 percent, and must be water white to amber in color and free from visible suspended matter. Bidders must provide pricing for both product cost per pound and freight charges per pound, with all delivery costs included as F.O.B. destination with prepaid transportation and unloading. Shipments must be accompanied by certified analysis from the manufacturer or supplier confirming product specifications and NSF/ANSI Standard 60 certification. All materials must comply with NFPA, EPA, OSHA, and DOT regulations, and any products failing to meet specifications will be removed and refunded at no expense to the City.