How to bid on steam boiler tube descaling for the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District

What NEORSD is buying

The Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District is seeking scale sample collection and laboratory testing, chemical descaling, and neutralization and passivation of specified steam boiler tubes. The work covers six boilers at the Easterly Wastewater Treatment Plant and two at the Southerly Wastewater Treatment Center in Cleveland.

This RFQ may suit firms that provide boiler cleaning or descaling, industrial chemical services, and related scale testing.

Key dates and the deadline

The opportunity was published October 14, 2026. A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting and site inspections are scheduled for October 28, 2026, at 10:30 a.m.

Bids are due November 12, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. ET. Submit your response through OpenGov before the deadline.

Who this opportunity may suit

This opportunity is relevant to contractors with experience in steam boiler tube descaling and chemical treatment, along with the ability to collect and arrange laboratory testing of scale samples. Firms should review the solicitation documents to confirm the full work details and bid requirements.

How to access and respond

Open the opportunity on OpenGov Procurement using “View original source.” If a brief security check appears, let it finish and the project page will load. Sign in or create a free vendor account to download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your response.

OpenGov provides addenda notices. Check the project there for updates and follow the solicitation's submission instructions.

Prepare a clear, competitive response

Review the plans and addenda carefully, and make sure your response addresses the sample collection, lab testing, descaling, neutralization, and passivation work for both facilities. Organize your proposal so the evaluators can readily find your approach, relevant experience, schedule, and pricing where requested.

The site meeting and inspections are non-mandatory. Contractors attending must bring a hard hat, steel-toed boots, protective eyewear with side shields, and a high-visibility vest or clothing.