Supply and Delivery of Polymer

The City of Bowie, Maryland is soliciting bids for the supply and delivery of polymer to its wastewater treatment plant located at 15901 Fred Robinson Way, Bowie, Maryland 20716 under solicitation number O25_005. The contract has a one-year base term from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027, with two optional one-year renewal periods, potentially extending performance through FY29. Bidders must deliver approximately 20,000 pounds of polymer annually in 5,000-pound totes upon notification, with all deliveries required to occur at the treatment plant. A mandatory bench test period between May 18 and June 15, 2026, is required to evaluate polymer performance, specifically the ability to achieve a minimum of 15% solids content in dewatered sludge using belt filter presses. Compliance with Maryland state laws, wastewater treatment industry standards, and the official bid documents is mandatory, and the City retains the right to reject non-conforming materials at any time during inspection. Bids must be submitted electronically via the Bid Locker portal by the deadline of July 1, 2026, and must be in PDF format, accompanied by a bid bond equal to 5% of the total bid amount. Required attachments include a Bid Price Form, Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace Certification, Affidavit of Public Contracting Eligibility, Contractor Responsibility Questionnaire, and Reference List. Bidders are required to certify they are not debarred or suspended under Maryland law, have not engaged in illegal activities such as bribery or investment in Iran, and are in compliance with all legal and ethical obligations. The contract includes special provisions allowing for termination for convenience or cause, modification of scope, and purchase of additional units at original bid prices. Payment is due within 30 days of invoice approval, though no specific payment office or electronic invoicing system is provided. The City does not guarantee funding beyond the current fiscal year, and vendors must verify appropriation status with the Director of Public Works prior to performance in subsequent years. The City reserves the right to award based on its sole discretion, with no disclosed evaluation factors or weighting criteria, and all contract terms are governed by Maryland law.