Liquid ferric chloride

The City of Ukiah has issued a Request for Bid (RFB) for Liquid Ferric Chloride specifically for the city's Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). The procurement seeks approximately 40 dry tons of Liquid Ferric Chloride at a 40% concentration, which must conform to A.W.W.A./ANSI Standards B407-93. Bids will be received until 1:30 p.m. on October 17, 2025, at the Purchasing Manager's office located at 411 West Clay Street in Ukiah, California. The contract will cover a one-year period from the date of award, with the city reserving the right to accept or reject any bids. Deliveries will be made in lots of approximately 48,000 lbs, with pricing to be quoted as Freight Off loaded at designated city locations. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest overall bid, with specific attention to compliance with technical specifications and local vendor preferences.

The procurement includes a local vendor preference provision, allowing Mendocino County vendors to receive a 5% allowance up to $2,500 on their bid. Vendors must possess a current City of Ukiah business license and maintain comprehensive insurance against claims for injuries or property damage. Billing will be managed through the City of Ukiah Finance Department, with invoices required to include state and local sales tax. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, vendors must meet specific qualification requirements, including technical specifications for the chemical product. The contract appears to be open to chemical suppliers capable of meeting the precise technical requirements for Liquid Ferric Chloride used in wastewater treatment. Although a specific budget range is not detailed, the procurement suggests a significant annual chemical supply contract for the city's wastewater treatment operations.