Supply and Delivery of Liquid Sodium Hypochlorite for Large Water and Wastewater Plants

The Tohopekaliga Water Authority (Toho) in Kissimmee, Florida, is conducting a competitive procurement for the supply and delivery of liquid sodium hypochlorite for large water and wastewater treatment plants across Osceola, Orange, and Polk counties. This Invitation for Bids (IFB-25-040) is structured as a two-phase reverse auction process, with an unpriced technical proposal deadline of October 23, 2025, and an initial bid price due on November 5, 2025. The estimated annual usage is 2,700,000 gallons, with a contract term of one year and options to renew for up to two additional one-year periods. Bidders must submit proposals electronically through the Bonfire online portal and complete a mandatory one-on-one bid system training with eBridge prior to the reverse auction. The sodium hypochlorite must meet specific technical requirements, including a minimum of 120 grams per liter available chlorine, and bidders must provide detailed documentation such as NSF certification, regulatory actions, safety incident reports, and OSHA logs. Delivery requirements include fulfillment within three to seven days of order to multiple treatment plants, with quarterly testing and a full one-year warranty.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders will be subject to Florida vendor eligibility requirements and must pay a 3% transaction fee to eBridge for participation in the electronic bidding process. The reverse auction is scheduled for November 6, 2025, at 11:00 AM ET, with a preliminary end time of 11:15 AM ET, potentially subject to extensions. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the annual procurement volume of 2,700,000 gallons suggests a significant contract value. The Toho Water Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive informalities, and select the most advantageous proposal, which may not necessarily be the lowest-priced bid. Potential vendors must demonstrate compliance with technical specifications, delivery capabilities, and provide comprehensive documentation to be considered for the contract.