RFB for Sodium Fluoride

The City of Merced Water Department is seeking competitive sealed bids to supply bulk granular sodium fluoride (≥ 98 % purity) for potable‑water treatment under a two‑year contract with two optional one‑year extensions. Bidders must meet strict chemical specifications, provide NSF‑60 compliance, and handle hazardous‑material shipping per UN 1690 standards. The award will be made to the lowest responsive bidder, with bids due May 7 2026. • Product: Granular sodium fluoride, 98 % purity, meeting AWWA‑B701‑11, NSF‑60, UN 1690 packaging. • Volume: Approx. 64,000 lb per year (≈ 5,300 lb/month), with deliveries roughly every two months. • Contract: 2‑year base term, up to two optional 1‑year renewals; all costs FOB Merced, net 10/30/45 payment terms. • Delivery: FOB Merced, deliveries within 5 business days of order, to Well Site 1 Warehouse (477 St Lawrence Dr, Merced, CA 95340). • Requirements: Non‑collusion affidavit, certifications, safety data sheets, insurance, and compliance with Cal/OSHA and hazardous‑material regulations.