Protective Coatings Replacement: Elevated Wash Water Tower

The City of Independence, Missouri, is seeking qualified firms to perform surface preparation and application of new protective coating systems on both the interior and exterior surfaces of the Elevated Water Tower at the Courtney Bend Water Treatment Plant. This solicitation requires bidders to supply all necessary equipment, materials, and labor to ensure proper installation of protective coatings that meet the specified performance standards. Interested parties must submit their bids exclusively through the online platform www.publicpurchase.com; any submissions via paper, fax, or email are strictly prohibited and will not be accepted or returned. All inquiries related to the bid must also be submitted online through the same portal. The solicitation, numbered 26034, was posted on July 13, 2026, with a firm deadline for bid submissions set for August 10, 2026, at 7:00 PM Central Time. The project falls under the jurisdiction of the City of Independence in Missouri and is classified as a state, local, or educational (SLED) agency procurement. Merri Meade serves as the primary point of contact for this solicitation and can be reached at (816) 325-2214 or mmeade@indepmo.org. Bidders are expected to review all requirements and specifications available through the official online platform at https://www.publicpurchase.com/gems/independence,mo/bid/bidView?bidId=214198 to ensure full compliance with the terms and conditions outlined in the invitation.