Dewatering Polymer Delivery Order Contract for Washington Aqueduct
ID: W912DR25X27MPType: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW2SD ENDIST BALTIMOREBALTIMORE, MD, 21201-2526, USA

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All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing (325199)

PSC

CHEMICALS (6810)
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    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Baltimore District, is seeking qualified suppliers for a Dewatering Polymer Delivery Order Contract for the Washington Aqueduct. This procurement involves an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract for the supply of Residuals Dewatering Polymer (Polyacrylamide) in liquid emulsion form, essential for treating potable water at the Dalecarlia Water Treatment Plant, which serves approximately one million residents in Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia. The contract will span five years, with an estimated annual requirement of 270,000 pounds, and emphasizes compliance with ANSI/AWWA Standards and NSF/ANSI Standard 60 for drinking water treatment. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capabilities and relevant certifications to primary contact Kennedy Vila at kennedyluther.s.vila@usace.army.mil or secondary contact Vincent Gier at vincent.j.gier@usace.army.mil, as the notice aims to gauge market interest and does not guarantee future contracts.

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    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District, has issued a Sources Sought Notice to conduct market research for a dewatering polymer supply contract for the Washington Aqueduct, which provides potable water to approximately one million residents. The contract will be a single-award Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, with a five-year ordering period, potentially incorporating economic price adjustments. The notice seeks to identify qualified chemical manufacturers and suppliers, encouraging participation from various small business categories, including 8(a), HUBZone, and Women-Owned Small Businesses. Interested companies are asked to submit information regarding their capabilities, past experiences, and relevant certifications. The document also specifies confidentiality, submission instructions, and criteria for evaluating responses, emphasizing the importance of ensuring competition among responsible contractors. This initiative aligns with the government’s efforts to engage small and disadvantaged businesses in federal procurements. The notice does not guarantee future contracts but aims to gauge market interest and capabilities in meeting the specified requirements.
    The document outlines the Statement of Work for the supply of Residuals Dewatering Polymer (Polyacrylamide) in liquid emulsion form for use at the Washington Aqueduct's Dalecarlia Water Treatment Plant. The contract spans five years, requiring an estimated annual quantity of 270,000 pounds, with delivery in bulk and adherence to ANSI/AWWA Standards and NSF/ANSI Standard 60 for drinking water treatment. Key details include delivery requirements, documentation upon contract award, physical and chemical specifications, quality assurance certifications, and strict security measures for handling hazardous materials. The contractor must ensure compliance with safety standards, manage deliveries effectively, and report any spills. This contract emphasizes strict conditions for delivery, documentation, and quality control, reflecting the government's commitment to maintaining potable water treatment standards while ensuring environmental safety and security.
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