Bid 25-01 furnishing and delivery of sulfur dioxide

The Willingboro Municipal Utilities Authority (WMUA) in Burlington County, New Jersey, is soliciting bids for Bid #25-01 to procure sulfur dioxide for municipal utility operations. The procurement seeks a vendor to supply sixteen (16) tons of sulfur dioxide in one-ton cylinders for a one-year contract period from April 1, 2025, through March 31, 2026, with potential for two additional one-year extensions. Delivery requirements mandate that suppliers must deliver materials within five working days of notification, between 8:00 A.M. and 3:30 P.M. on normal working days, with bid prices required to include all delivery and container removal charges. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation, including an Ownership Disclosure Form, Business Registration Certificate, Experience and Background Questionnaire, Insurance and Indemnification Certificate, and various state-mandated compliance forms. The bid submission deadline is February 26, 2025, at 11:30 A.M., with electronic submissions required through the BIDNET e-procurement platform. Prospective vendors must provide three references demonstrating previous experience in chemical supply services and may be subject to pre-bid site inspections.

The contract appears open to all qualified vendors, with no specific set-aside designations explicitly mentioned. Bidders must comply with New Jersey state regulations, including affirmative action requirements and anti-discrimination provisions. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the contract includes provisions for potential penalties for late or non-compliant deliveries, with the authority reserving the right to purchase materials on the open market and charge the vendor for any cost differences. Vendors must demonstrate capability to meet stringent delivery and documentation requirements, including providing comprehensive insurance coverage and completing various state-mandated certification forms. The procurement emphasizes vendor qualifications, compliance with state regulations, and the ability to consistently deliver chemical supplies meeting municipal utility specifications. Interested vendors should carefully review all documentation and ensure full compliance with the bid package requirements to be considered for the contract award.