Description
This solicitation seeks a blanket purchase agreement for the supply of lignite coal‑based powdered activated carbon (PAC) to the City of Chicago’s Department of Water Management. The contractor must deliver approximately 417 tons of PAC that meet stringent AWWA‑B600‑16 specifications (moisture ≤ 8 %, ash ≤ 40 %, surface area ≥ 500 m²/g, iodine number ≥ 500 mg/g, etc.) to two water‑purification plants (Jardine and J. S. Sawyer). The BPA runs for an initial 36‑month term with an optional 24‑month extension, and the City may request annual price adjustments after the first year based on the Producer Price Index. Bids are submitted electronically via iSupplier, and the award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
• Supply ~417 tons of lignite‑based PAC meeting AWWA B600‑16 technical specs.
• Deliver FOB City of Chicago to the Jardine and Sawyer water treatment plants.
• 36‑month BPA with optional 24‑month extension; price adjustments allowed after 12 months.
• Electronic sealed bids only; mandatory pre‑bid conference (informational, not required).
• Contractor must be manufacturer, authorized dealer, or distributor and provide warranty transfer, insurance, and all required affidavits.