Description
The City of Findlay is seeking proposals to supply bulk powdered activated carbon for its municipal water‑treatment system for the fiscal year 2027. The contract covers up to 75,000 lb of activated carbon, delivered in bulk pneumatic truckloads (11–15 tons per shipment) and must meet AWWA B‑600 and NSF‑61 standards. Vendors must provide required certifications, affidavits, weight certificates, and certificates of analysis with each delivery, and a $1,000 bid bond (or equivalent). The procurement period runs from the bid deadline of 10 Oct 2026 through contract performance from 1 Jan 2027 to 31 Dec 2027.
• Minimum specifications: iodine number 800 mg/g, moisture ≤ 8 %, bulk density 0.4–0.5 g/cc, ≥ 90 % passing 325 mesh.
• Delivery: up to 75,000 lb total, shipped in 11–15 ton bulk truckloads; all costs must include delivery to Findlay, OH.
• Pricing: vendors may quote per‑pound rates; current market prices cited range $1.10–$1.58 per lb.
• Contract terms: one‑year fixed term with optional two‑year extensions, electronic signature required, $1,000 bid bond, and compliance with Ohio Revised Code §5719.042 regarding personal‑property‑tax delinquency.