ANNUAL SUPPLY OF WATER AND WASTEWATER CHEMICALS FOR BPUB AND SRWA
| Location: | Texas |
|---|---|
| Posted: | Apr 21, 2026 |
| Due: | May 6, 2026 |
| Agency: | Brownsville Public Utilities Board |
| Type of Government: | State & Local |
| Category: |
|
| Solicitation No: | B038-26 |
| Publication URL: | To access bid details, please log in. |
B038-26 ANNUAL SUPPLY OF WATER AND WASTEWATER CHEMICALS FOR BPUB AND SRWA
RFP Number:
B038-26
RFP Status:
Open
Start Date:
April 21, 2026
Close Date:
Wednesday May 6th, 2026 5:00pm
The files are for bid reference only. Contact Diane Solitaire at dsolitaire@brownsville-pub.com or (956) 983-6366 if you have trouble opening the links below.
NOTE: To open links you may need to press and hold the CTRL button on your keyboard and at the same time click with your mouse on the link
Attachment Preview
Annual Supply of Water & Wastewater
Chemicals for
BPUB & SRWA
Table of Contents
Legal Notice & Invitation to Bid …………………………………………………………………3
Acknowledgement Form………………………………………………………………………….4
Special Instructions……………………………………………………………………………...5-7
Brownsville PUB & SRWA Rights……………….……………………………………………...8
Cost Sheet……………………………………………………………………………………...9-13
Special Instructions for Anhydrous Ammonia………………………………………………14-15
Specifications for Anhydrous Ammonia…………………………………………………….16-17
Special Instructions for Aqueous Ammonia…………………………………………………….18
Specifications for Aqueous Ammonia…………………………………………………………...19
Special Instructions for Sodium Hydroxide (Liquid Caustic Soda) …………………………….20
Specifications for Sodium Hydroxide (Liquid Caustic Soda) .................................................21-23
Special Instructions for Liquid Chlorine........................................................................................24
Specifications for Liquid Chlorine...........................................................................................25-26
Special Instructions for Powdered Activated Carbon……………………………………………27
Specifications for Powdered Activated Carbon........................................................................28-29
Special Instructions for Liquid Ammonium Sulfate......................................................................30
Specifications for Liquid Ammonium Sulfate..........................................................................31-32
Special Instructions for Sodium Bisulfite......................................................................................33
Specifications for Sodium Bisulfite..........................................................................................34-35
Special Instructions for Citric Acid 50%.......................................................................................36
Specifications for Citric Acid 50%...........................................................................................37-38
Special Instructions for Low Manganese Ferric Chloride.............................................................39
Specifications for Low Manganese Ferric Chloride.................................................................40-41
Special Instructions: for Calcium Chloride Solution…………………………………………….42
Specifications for Calcium Chloride Solution……………………………………………….43-44
Special Instructions for Chlorine Dioxide………………………………………………………45
Specifications for Chlorine Dioxide………………………………………………………….46-50
Special Instructions for Sodium Chlorite………………………………………………………...51
Specifications for Sodium Chlorite……………………………………………………….….52-53
Insurance Requirements.................................................................................................................54
Forms Checklist………………………………………………………………………………….55
Ethics Statement………………………………………………………………………………….56
Certification regarding debarment, suspension, and other responsibility matters……………….57
Form Conflict of Interest Questionnaire...………………….………………………………...58-59
Certificate of Interested Parties – Form 1295….….………………………………………….60-61
Residence Certification………………………………………………………………………......62
State Law Verifications………………………………………………………………………63-64
House Bill 89 Verification……………………………………………………………………….65
Previous Customer Reference Worksheet……………………………………………………….66
W-9 Form.......................................................................................................................................67
W-8BEN Form...............................................................................................................................68
B038-26 ANNUAL SUPPLY OF WATER & WASTEWATER CHEMICALS FOR BPUB
& SRWA
2
LEGAL NOTICE
AND
INVITATION TO BID
#B038-26
Sealed or electronic bids will be received by the Brownsville Public Utilities Board (BPUB) /
Southmost Regional Water Authority (SRWA) of the City of Brownsville, Texas at the
Brownsville PUB Purchasing Department located at 1155 FM 511, Olmito, Texas 78575 until
5:00 PM on May 6, 2026 for the Annual Supply of Water and Wastewater Chemicals for BPUB
& SRWA. Bids received after this time will not be considered.
Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud on May 7, 2026 at 10:00 AM. Bidders can request a
copy of the bid tabulation by emailing mespinoza@brownsville-pub.com. Vendors can call in at
10:00 AM, May 7, 2026 to (956) 214-6020 to listen to the bid opening.
Brownsville Public Utilities Board utilizes the Texas Purchasing Group to post Request for
Proposal (RFP) and bid opportunities, https://www.bidnetdirect.com/texas/brownsville-pub.
Detailed specifications may also be obtained at Brownsville Public Utilities Board website at
https://www.brownsville-pub.com/rfp_status/open/.
Please mark on the outside of the envelope and on any carrier’s envelope/package:
"B038-26 SEALED BID FOR THE ANNUAL SUPPLY OF WATER AND
WASTEWATER CHEMICALS FOR BPUB & SRWA, MAY 6, 2026 5:00 PM", and send to
the attention of Diane Solitaire, BPUB Purchasing Department, 1155 FM 511, Olmito, Texas
78575.
The BPUB/SRWA will not be responsible in the event that the U.S. Postal Service or any other
courier system fails to deliver the sealed bids to the Brownsville PUB, Purchasing office by the
given deadline above. Electronic bids will only be accepted via Bidnet.
The BPUB/SRWA reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive irregularities
contained therein and to accept any bid deemed most advantageous to the Brownsville
PUB/SRWA.
BY: Diane Solitaire
Purchasing & Materials Manager
(956) 983-6366
B038-26 ANNUAL SUPPLY OF WATER & WASTEWATER CHEMICALS FOR BPUB
& SRWA
3
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
Please submit this page upon receipt.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM
B038-26 Annual Supply of Water and Wastewater Chemicals for BPUB & SRWA
For any clarifications, please contact Nicole Espinoza at the Brownsville Public Utilities Board,
Purchasing Department at (956) 983-6353 or via e-mail at nespinoza@brownsville-pub.com.
Please e-mail this page upon receipt of the legal notice. If you only received the legal notice and
you want the bid package emailed, please provide email address below.
Check one:
( ) Yes, I will be able to send a bid; obtained bid package from website.
( ) Yes, I will be able to send a bid; please email the bid package.
Email:
( ) No, I will not be able to send a bid for the following reason:
If you are unable to send your bid, kindly indicate your reason for “No bid” above and return this
form via email to nespinoza@brownsville-pub.com. This will ensure you remain active on our
vendor list.
Date:
Company:
Name:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip Code:
Phone:
Fax:
Email: ________________________________________________________________
B038-26 ANNUAL SUPPLY OF WATER & WASTEWATER CHEMICALS FOR BPUB
& SRWA
4
Special Instructions
Contract Information
• Interpretation
Questions concerning terms, conditions, and technical specifications should be directed to:
Nicole Espinoza, Purchasing Dept. or
Phone: (956) 983-6353
Diane Solitaire, Purchasing and Materials Manager
(956) 983-6366
• Tentative Time Line
1. April 20, 2026 – May 6, 2026 - Vendors work on bid.
2. May 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM - Vendor must submit two (2) sets of bid documents
sealed in an envelope to:
Diane Solitaire, Purchasing Department
1155 FM 511
Olmito, TX 78575
Bid #038-26 – Annual Supply of Water and Wastewater Chemicals for BPUB
& SRWA
Due: May 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The above noted information must be included on bid envelope and on any carrier’s
envelope/package. The Brownsville PUB or SRWA will not be held responsible for missing, lost
or late mail. Brownsville PUB and SRWA will accept electronic transmission of sealed bids
via Bidnet only.
3. April 27, 2026 – Deadline for questions
4. May 7, 2026 - Open bids at 10:00 AM
5. May 7, 2026 to May 15, 2026 – Evaluate bids
6. May 21, 2026 - Provide Final Recommendations
7. June 1, 2026 - Send to SRWA Board for approval
8. June 8, 2026 – Send to BPUB Board for approval
• Or Equal
Brand name or manufacturer’s reference used in this request is descriptive – not restrictive – it is
intended to indicate type and quality desired. Brands of like nature and quality will be
considered. If bidding on other than referenced specifications, please provide complete
descriptive information of said article.
B038-26 ANNUAL SUPPLY OF WATER & WASTEWATER CHEMICALS FOR BPUB
& SRWA
5
This is the opportunity summary page. It provides an overview of this opportunity and a preview of the attached documentation.
Daily notification on new contract opportunities
With GovernmentContracts, you can:
- Find more opportunities and win more business
- Receive daily alerts for all new bid opportunities
- Get contract opportunities matched to your business
See also
...Swimming Pools, Equipment, And Supplies (Including Goods 65066 Water Park Equipment: Slides, Splash... ...
City of Austin
Bid Due: 6/08/2026
...is seeking a single, fully integrated provider ("Developer") to deliver a complete water ...
City of Portland
Bid Due: 7/09/2026
...Notice Department/Ind. Agency INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION: US-MEXICO Sub-tier... INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND ...
INTERNATIONAL BOUNDARY AND WATER COMMISSION: US-MEXICO
Bid Due: 6/11/2026
..., supplies, equipment and/or services as set forth in this solicitation. Bids must ...
El Paso Water
Bid Due: 6/10/2026
* Disclaimer: Information regarding bids, requests for proposals (RFPs), or requests for qualifications (RFQs) is provided on this website only for convenience and does not constitute official public notice. Persons wishing to respond to or inquire about bids, RFPs, or RFQs should contact the appropriate government department.