7854-20241106101804 Fulton

The Northeast Mississippi Regional Water Supply District is seeking sealed bids for the purchase of caustic soda for its potable water treatment plant located in Fulton, Mississippi, with an 18 MGD capacity. The procurement opportunity requires vendors to supply caustic soda that meets ANSI/NSF Standard 60 requirements, with mandatory submission of a certificate of approval alongside the bid. Bids will be received until 11 AM Central Time on December 11, 2024, at the treatment plant located at 5590 HWY 178 West, Fulton, MS 38843. The bid prices must remain constant for a 6-month period from January 1 to June 30, 2025, with deliveries accepted Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 4 PM at the treatment plant in Peppertown, Mississippi. Bidders must provide bulk quantities of caustic soda and will be subject to review, with the District reserving the right to accept alternate bids if the primary supplier cannot meet specifications. The bid opening and review will occur on the bid submission date, with final approval scheduled during the District Board meeting on December 19, 2024.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Interested parties are directed to contact Melvin Orr of Veolia Water North America for questions regarding quantities or specifications. The Northeast Mississippi Regional Water Supply District maintains the right to reject any and all bids, providing flexibility in the procurement process. Invoicing terms indicate that invoices received after the third Wednesday of the month will be processed for payment in the subsequent month. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documentation, the procurement is for a water treatment facility serving an 18 MGD capacity, suggesting a substantial and ongoing chemical supply contract. The District's approach indicates a preference for a reliable, consistent supplier capable of meeting stringent water treatment standards and delivery requirements.