Quicklime

Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received electronically before 3:00 PM on Tuesday November 10, 2026 for Quicklime as requested by the City of Cedar Rapids Water Department and Water Pollution Control Facility.

The City of Cedar Rapids Water Operations and Water Pollution Control Facility are seeking qualified suppliers to submit bids for the purchase and delivery of 3/8” Pebble Quicklime and Ground (Fine) Quicklime.

Required Product Quality – 3/8” Pebble Quicklime

The pebble lime to be supplied shall be highest quality, contain a minimum of 90 percent calcium oxide by weight and be suitable for use in the treatment of potable water. The product shall meet or exceed the provisions of the American Water Works Association Standard for 3/8” Quicklime and Hydrated Lime (AWWA B202-02 and all subsequent revisions or corrections). Each bid must be accompanied by a copy of the most recent chemical and sieve analysis test report and all pertinent supplier assurances for product quality.

Required Product Quality – Ground (Fine) Quicklime

The ground (fine) quicklime to be supplied shall be highest quality, containing a minimum of 90 percent (90%) calcium oxide by weight. The product shall meet or exceed the provisions of the American Water Works Association Standard for Quicklime and Hydrated Lime (AWWA B202-02 and all subsequent revisions or corrections).

ANSI/NSF Certification

The Iowa Department of Natural Resources has enacted a requirement that all water treatment or additive chemicals be ANSI/NSF Standard 60 certified. ANSI/NSF Standard 60 certification documentation specifically listing the name of the end supplier is to be submitted at the time of the bid.

Estimated Quantities

Based on current water plant flows, the City anticipates that it will require approximately 13,800 tons of 3/8” Pebble Quicklime and approximately 750 tons of Ground (Fine) Quicklime for all three facilities during calendar year 2027. This projection is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as a minimum purchase requirement.

Delivery Locations and Requirements

• J Avenue Water Treatment Plant, 761 J Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids IA 52402
• Northwest Water Treatment Plant, 7807 Ellis Road, Palo IA 52324
• Water Pollution Control Facility, 7525 Bertram Road SE, Cedar Rapids IA 52403

The supplier must be able to provide 24-hour emergency delivery service. Deliveries are to be made during the hours of 7:00 am and 3:00 pm Monday through Friday, except Holidays. Contractor must supply quicklime to all (3) locations, not just 1 or 2 locations. Only bids to supply quicklime for all (3) locations shall be considered.

Sealed bids will be received electronically before **3:00 PM** on **Tuesday November 10, 2026**. Bids may be withdrawn any time prior to the scheduled closing time for receipt of bids; no bid may be modified or withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) calendar days thereafter.

Award shall be made to the responsible Bidder submitting the lowest responsive bid with regard to the specifications set forth herein. Any award(s) made by the City of Cedar Rapids is subject to prior approval by the City of Cedar Rapids City Council.

**Insurance is required** for this project. Work shall not begin until the certificate of insurance and all endorsements are received and approved by the City.

The initial term of the Contract shall be for one (1) year anticipated to be January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2027. The City and the Contractor may renew the original Contract for four (4) additional one-year time periods by mutual agreement.

Payment terms shall be net forty-five (45) days upon receipt of an acceptable original invoice.