Title
Calcium Hypochlorite Water Disinfectant Contract (Ordinance S-45238)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a new contract with Chemrite, Inc. to provide calcium hypochlorite for the Water Services Department. The total requested amount for approval is $50,500. Further request authorization for the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item.
Report
Summary
The City is seeking a five-year contract to supply the water disinfectant calcium hypochlorite on an as-needed basis. The chemical is used to safely disinfect the drinking water distribution system and water reuse applications.
Procurement Information
Solicitation RFQ-1819-WPP-155 was conducted in accordance with Administrative Regulation 3.10. Quotes were received from Chemrite, Inc. and Hill Brothers Chemical Company. The quotes were evaluated on price only. The final prices below are based on each Bidder’s proposed aggregate price, using Water Service Department’s estimated annual usage. The Bidders’ prices are as follows:
Chemrite, Inc.: $50,500
Hill Brothers Chemical Company: $63,000
The Water Services Department recommends contract award of the Chemrite, Inc. offer as the best value to the City.
Contract Term
The five-year contract shall begin on or about Jan. 1, 2019, and terminate on Dec. 31, 2023.
Financial Impact
The total cost will not exceed $50,500 (including applicable taxes). Funds are available in the Water Services Department's operating budget.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Karen Peters and the Water Services Department.