ITB 6840 Liquid Polymer Contract

The City of Johnson City, Tennessee, issued ITB #6840 to procure liquid polymer chemicals for three of its wastewater‑treatment plants (Knob Creek, Brush Creek, and Regional). The solicitation was open to full and open competition, with a bid opening on March 31 2025 and an anticipated award on April 4 2025. The contract is a three‑year agreement with annual renewal options, and pricing is based on unit‑price submissions. Polydyne, Inc. was awarded the contract. The city requires delivery to multiple plant sites using 450‑lb drums or totes, and vendors must provide free trial samples for in‑plant testing. Key points include: • Scope: Supply of approved liquid polymer chemicals (e.g., SNF/Polydyne Clari‑floc series) with possible “approved equal” alternatives after trial. • Quantities: Approximately 24,000 lb (Knob Creek), 192,000 lb (Brush Creek), and 35,000 lb (Regional) per year. • Procurement terms: 3‑year base term, annual renewal, net‑30 payment, destination freight prepaid, and extensive compliance certifications (insurance, Iran‑Divestment, non‑boycott, etc.).