25-0094 RFP for Odor Control Program for Sanitary Sewer Collection System

The City of Sioux Falls, located in Minnehaha County, South Dakota, is seeking proposals for a comprehensive Odor Control Program for its Sanitary Sewer Collection System through Bid Request No. 25-0094. The procurement is specifically targeting a five-year contract for chemical injection, remote hydrogen sulfide monitoring, continuous vapor phase testing, and comprehensive reporting services for two specific locations: Lift Station 203 at 1413 "C" Avenue and Pasley Park at 2521 S Southeastern Avenue. The primary objective is to maintain average atmospheric sulfide concentrations below 30 parts per million through a full-service odor and corrosion control program. Proposals will be evaluated using a 100-point scoring system, with 30 points each allocated to project understanding and technical qualifications, 20 points for past performance and references, and 20 points for overall cost. Vendors must submit electronically through the Bonfire electronic platform by August 14, 2025, at 2 p.m. Central Standard Time, with a public bid opening scheduled for 3 p.m. the same day. Proposing firms are required to provide detailed chemical specifications, demonstrate technical expertise, outline safety programs, and explain data logging and access methodologies.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the procurement documents. The City of Sioux Falls reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and waive technicalities in the municipality's best interest. Proposing vendors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, general liability, automobile liability, professional liability, and data breach/cyber liability insurance. The contractor will be responsible for chemical delivery, equipment maintenance, safety training, and monthly reporting, with potential contract termination if performance standards are not met. While no specific budget range was disclosed, the contract includes options for extension beyond the initial five-year term. Vendors must register on the Bonfire platform to participate, and no alternative submission methods will be accepted. The procurement emphasizes technical capabilities, safety protocols, and proven performance in odor control and sewer system management.