27000872 Annual Chemicals WRF

The City of Midland, Texas is requesting bids for annual polymer and copper sulfate chemical supply for its Water Reclamation Facility under Solicitation 27000872, with bids due November 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. via the Bonfire platform. A Preference Affidavit form (Form 5-08) is attached, indicating that state or local preference programs may apply; the source does not specify the program type or eligibility criteria.

The scope covers 180,000 pounds of Polymer (CLARIFLOC CE-2271) in 2,300-pound Intermediate Bulk Containers ordered on an as-needed basis with 7–10 days delivery, and 490 fifty-pound bags of Copper Sulfate (24,500 pounds total) for algae control in storage ponds with 24–48 hours advance notice before delivery. All materials must comply with ANSI/NSF Standard 60 and applicable AWWA standards. Delivery is FOB to the Water Reclamation Facility at 3600 E. Interstate 20 & FM 307 in Midland, with freight prepaid and included in the bid price. The contract period runs October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.

Award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder or the bidder providing best value under Texas Local Government Code Section 252.043. Bidders proposing equivalent brands must provide manufacturer literature for approval; otherwise exact specified brands are assumed. Selected bidders must furnish proof of Commercial General Liability coverage of $1,000,000 per person and per occurrence, Business Automobile Liability of $250,000 combined single limit, and Workers' Compensation at statutory limits within 21 days of contract transmittal, with the City named as additional insured on all policies except Workers' Compensation.

Bidders must submit a completed Preference Affidavit, Non-Collusion Statement, Texas Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (Chapter 176, Texas Local Government Code), and Conflict of Interest Reporting Requirements documentation. Failure to submit signed waiver forms acknowledging all bid terms results in rejection as non-responsive. The City reserves the right to reject non-responsive bids or award to alternative bidders if the selected vendor cannot meet contractual requirements. Contact the City's Purchasing Department at (432) 685-7234 or purchasing@midlandtexas.gov for inquiries; verbal responses are not binding.