Liquid cationic polyelectrolte (polymer)

The City of Greenville, Texas, is seeking bids for an annual procurement of liquid cationic polyelectrolyte (polymer) for its Water Production Plant and Wastewater Reclamation Center. The solicitation requires approximately 80 tons of polymer to be delivered between October 1, 2024, and September 30, 2025, with potential for a 12-month contract extension. The polymer must meet specific technical requirements, including conforming to American Water Works Association Standards B 451-92, being cationic with 20% solids, and approved brands such as Chemfloc 5922 or Aqualum 3006. Delivery will be in 2,000-gallon bulk quantities to the Greenville Water Treatment Plant, with an option to purchase 55-gallon drums as backup. Bidders must provide a complete chemical analysis with each delivery and ensure the polymer contains no substances harmful to human health. The bid will be evaluated on a unit cost basis for treating one million gallons of water, with bids due by 3:00 pm on September 3, 2024, through the city's eProcurement Portal or via sealed envelope. The City of Greenville reserves the right to reject any or all bids.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on bidding organizations. Suppliers will be required to maintain comprehensive insurance policies, including workers' compensation, general liability, auto public liability, and product liability. While no incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation, the contract allows for potential extension if pricing, delivery, and terms remain unchanged, with either party able to cancel with 30 days' written notice. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the annual requirement of 80 tons of polymer suggests a significant procurement value. The successful vendor must demonstrate technical capability to meet the stringent chemical specifications, provide detailed chemical analysis, and ensure product safety and quality. The procurement appears to be a standard competitive bidding process open to qualified chemical suppliers capable of meeting the City of Greenville's specific polymer requirements for water treatment operations.