1089481: Nsf-53 certified water pitchers and replacement filters

DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT

Published: Aug 15, 2019

Updated: Jun 20, 2026

Source: chicago_contracts

This tender has been awarded

Awarded to SAFEWARE — $16,270,800

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About This Opportunity

Department OF WATER Management United States: 1089481: Nsf-53. Services contract awarded, water & sanitation. Awarded to SAFEWARE (USD 16.3M, Aug 2019).

This is a services contract in the water and sanitation and general supplies sectors, with a focus on Water Supply and General Supplies. Located in United States, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of USD 16.3 million.

Published through Chicago Contracts, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for services in the water and sanitation sector. Service contracts are typically evaluated on both technical quality and price, and may require bidders to demonstrate relevant experience and qualified personnel. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.

Description

This tender, identified as 1089481, concerns the procurement of NSF-53 certified water pitchers and their corresponding replacement filters for the Department of Water Management in the United States. As a commodities contract, the focus is on the acquisition of tangible goods to support the department's operational needs. The specific requirement for NSF-53 certification underscores a critical emphasis on public health and water quality standards, ensuring that the supplied products meet rigorous independent testing for the reduction of specific contaminants.

The contracting authority, the Department of Water Management, is seeking reliable and certified vendors capable of supplying these essential items consistently and to specification. While the previous vendor was Safeware, this tender is open for competitive bidding. Typical requirements for such a procurement would include detailed product specifications, evidence of NSF-53 certification for both pitchers and filters, proposed pricing structures, delivery timelines, and potentially warranty information. Bidders are expected to demonstrate their capacity to meet ongoing supply demands and adhere to any quality control measures stipulated by the department.

This procurement aims to ensure the availability of safe and effective water filtration solutions for the department's intended use.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Chicago Contracts and was originally published on August 15, 2019. Last refreshed 5 days ago. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT

DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT has issued 2,119 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 0 currently open and 2,119 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in Water & Sanitation, Construction & Civil Works, and Architecture & Engineering Services. All notices are published for United States. Notices are distributed via Chicago Contracts. Most recent publication: June 4, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

What type of contract is this?

This is a Services contract in the Water & Sanitation sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

How much was the contract awarded for?

SAFEWARE was awarded the contract for $16,270,800. The figure reflects the value disclosed by the contracting authority in the award notice.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United States. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

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Is this tender still open?

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Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by DEPARTMENT OF WATER MANAGEMENT in United States. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.