ALUMINUM POLYCHLORIDE

This tender concerns the procurement of Aluminum Polychloride (PAC), a crucial chemical used in water treatment processes. The contracting entity, SERVICIO DE AGUA POTABLE Y ALCANTARILLADO DE AREQUIPA (SEDAPAR), based in the AREQUIPA department, is seeking to acquire this essential coagulant. The procurement process is being conducted through a Public Tender, identified by the reference number LP-CLASICO-6-2015-SEDAPAR-1. Aluminum Polychloride is widely employed in potable water treatment facilities to remove impurities, suspended solids, and color, thereby improving water quality and ensuring it meets safety standards. It acts by destabilizing and aggregating colloidal particles, facilitating their subsequent removal through sedimentation and filtration. The tender likely specifies the required quantity, quality standards (e.g., concentration, purity), packaging, delivery timelines, and any specific technical requirements for the PAC. SEDAPAR, as the water and sanitation service provider for Arequipa, relies on a consistent supply of high-quality treatment chemicals to maintain the operational efficiency of its water purification plants and to guarantee the provision of safe drinking water to the population. Potential bidders are expected to demonstrate their capacity to supply the specified product in accordance with the tender's terms and conditions, which will be detailed in the official tender documents. This procurement is vital for ensuring the continuity and effectiveness of water treatment operations within the Arequipa region.

This is a supplies contract in the water and sanitation sector, with a focus on Water Supply. Located in Peru, Latin America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums, with an estimated budget of PEN 6.0 million.

Published through Peru SEACE, 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 water and sanitation 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.