Acquisition of Chlorine Gas for Water Treatment and Cylinder Maintenance

This tender, identified by process code SIE-EMAPAL-EP-2025-08-271329, concerns the acquisition of chlorine gas for water treatment purposes and the associated maintenance of cylinders. The contracting entity is the EMPRESA PUBLICA MUNICIPAL DE AGUA POTABLE, ALCANTARILLADO Y SANEAMIENTO AMBIENTAL DEL CANTON AZOGUES (Municipal Public Company for Drinking Water, Sewerage, and Environmental Sanitation of the Canton of Azogues). The procurement method specified is Electronic Reverse Auction. The specific item required is 907 KG of Chlorine Gas, with one unit listed at an estimated cost of USD 24,490.34. This procurement is critical for ensuring the safety and potability of the water supply within the Canton of Azogues. The scope of work likely includes the supply of the specified quantity of chlorine gas, which is a vital disinfectant in water treatment processes. Furthermore, the tender explicitly mentions the maintenance of cylinders, suggesting that the successful bidder may be responsible for the upkeep, refilling, or replacement of the containers used for storing and transporting the chlorine gas. This dual requirement underscores the need for a supplier with robust logistical capabilities and expertise in handling hazardous materials like chlorine gas, ensuring both the availability of the chemical and the integrity of its containment. The Electronic Reverse Auction modality indicates a competitive bidding process where suppliers will compete to offer the best price for the required goods and services.

This is a supplies contract in the governance and public administration sector. Located in Ecuador, Latin America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of USD 24,490.

Published through SERCOP Ecuador, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the governance and public administration sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. This contract has already been awarded. The information is published for transparency and market intelligence purposes.