Swimming Pool & Water/Wastewater Treatment Chemicals

Washington County, Maryland is soliciting bids to supply a comprehensive list of chemicals required for the operation of the Marty Snook swimming pool and various water/wastewater treatment facilities in the county and the City of Hagerstown. The procurement is an Invitation to Bid (no bonding required) and includes strict packaging requirements (sealed 55‑gallon drums with tamper‑resistant seals) for certain products. A pre‑bid conference will be held on 8 Oct 2026 (attendance encouraged but not mandatory). Bidders must submit their pricing for each line item by 29 Oct 2026. Key points: • Supplies include liquid chlorine, ammonia, ferric chloride, polymers, sodium hypochlorite, activated carbon, various acids, methanol (price indexed to Methanex), and specialty additives. • All chemicals must be delivered in specified containers (e.g., 55‑gal drums, 250‑gal totes). • No bond requirements; standard insurance and debarment certifications required. • Questions must be submitted electronically by 15 Oct 2026; responses posted as addenda. • Pricing may be adjusted monthly for methanol based on the Methanex Index (Sept 2026 baseline). • The contract will likely be a recurring supply agreement for the 2026‑2027 season.