Powerhouse Water Treatment Program

The North Dakota State Hospital (NDSH) is soliciting bids for the Powerhouse Water Treatment Program through Invitation for Bid (IFB) 325-25-900-032, targeting comprehensive water treatment solutions for boiler, cooling tower, and reverse osmosis systems located in Stark County. The procurement requires a vendor to provide liquid chemical treatments including oxygen scavengers, boiler water internal treatment, condensate treatment, scale/corrosion inhibitors, biocides, and antiscalants. A mandatory on-site walk-through is scheduled for May 9, 2025, at 10am CT, where potential bidders will tour the facility and collect water samples. Bid responses are due by May 21, 2025, at 12pm CT, with the initial contract term running from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2027. The evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest average daily cost for specified chemical treatments, with an estimated annual steam production of 96,500,000 lbs and an average daily steam flow of 261,000 lbs. Bidders must possess advanced laboratory capabilities, including atomic absorption and X-ray spectrophotometers, and demonstrate the ability to deliver products year-round under varying temperature conditions.

The state reserves the right to renew the contract for up to two additional 24-month periods, with potential cost negotiations at each renewal. The successful vendor must provide quarterly services, regular on-site visits, semi-annual meetings, and comprehensive training for facility personnel. While no specific set-aside designations are mentioned, the current chemical supplier is Nalco, suggesting an opportunity for new vendors to compete. The procurement requires integration with existing liquid chemical feed pumping systems, piping, injection points, and water residual testing equipment. Although a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the water treatment program and the large-scale steam production suggest a significant contract value. Potential bidders should be prepared to demonstrate technical expertise, consistent product delivery, and comprehensive water treatment capabilities across multiple system types.