Chlorine Gas Cylinders

The City of Pittsburgh Office of Management & Budget, acting on behalf of the Department of Public Works, is soliciting bids for Invitation for Bid #2022-IFB-085 to procure chlorine gas cylinders across Allegheny County and Philadelphia City jurisdictions. The procurement seeks 125 cylinders of liquid chlorine gas that must conform to AWWA B301 specifications, with elemental chlorine being at least 99.9% pure and contained in 150-pound containers with non-leaking valves. The contract period spans from April 1, 2022, through March 31, 2023, with potential for two additional one-year renewal options. Bidders must submit electronic proposals through the ProcureNow portal by March 28, 2022, at 2:00 pm, with a comprehensive pricing proposal that includes line items for liquid chlorine gas cylinders, a refundable cylinder deposit, and a cylinder replacement fee. Prospective vendors must provide Material Safety Data Sheets and demonstrate compliance with technical specifications and delivery requirements.

The solicitation includes specific diversity and inclusion requirements, mandating participation goals for minority-owned (18%), women-owned (7%), and veteran-owned (5%) businesses. Bidders must maintain appropriate insurance and adhere to the city's equal opportunity requirements and various municipal codes regarding labor practices and anti-discrimination policies. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the procurement involves multiple line items for cylinders and associated deposits. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the documentation. All pricing must remain fixed throughout the contract duration, and the city will not provide additional compensation for shipping or handling fees. Potential vendors must carefully review all documentation and ensure full compliance with the city's procurement regulations and technical specifications to be considered for award.