Annual Polymer Supply

The Rock River Water Reclamation District (RRWRD) issued Invitation to Bid #18‑211 for the annual supply of polymer flocculant used in its wastewater treatment plant. The contract covers manufacturing, packaging, delivery (in returnable plastic totes or bulk shipments), and technical support for an estimated 400,000 lb of polymer per year. Delivery must occur within 48 hours of request, Monday‑Friday, 7:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m., and the polymer must meet performance metrics established in a pre‑qualification trial. RRWRD required a sealed paper bid; the award was made to Polydyne, Inc. for the 12‑month base term (July 1 2018 – June 30 2019) with the possibility of month‑to‑month extensions thereafter. • Scope: supply, packaging, and rapid delivery of polymer flocculant (≈400 k lb/yr). • Pricing: unit‑price per pound (base award $0.87/lb). • Performance: must meet specific TSS and cake‑solids targets; supplier must correct any dosage drift >20 % at no extra cost. • Delivery: FOB RRWRD site, returnable totes, 48‑hour turnaround, no holiday deliveries. • Contract terms: 12‑month base, optional longer terms, firm unit price, insurance and bond requirements, and month‑to‑month extension option.