Description
The Town of North Kingstown, Rhode Island is seeking bids for the supply of liquid caustic soda for use in the treatment of drinking water at various potable drinking water supply wells. The successful bidder will be required to deliver the chemical to nine well sites, with bulk storage tanks at each site. The estimated quantity of delivery is bi-weekly, ranging from 1,500 gallons to 5,000 gallons. The successful supplier must comply with all applicable Federal and State laws regarding the transport and transfer of hazardous materials.
• The chemical required is Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH) Caustic Soda 50% by weight.
• The anhydrous caustic soda, before dilution, shall contain a minimum of 74.4% alkalinity as Na2O; 96% sodium hydroxide as NaOH; and not more than 2% carbonate as Na2CO3.
• The delivery driver should be prepared to provide the water system operator receiving the delivery with a one-quart sample in a clear glass bottle for visual inspection prior to the initial off-load.
• The successful bidder will be required to furnish the Town with a performance Bond and Labor and Material Payment Bond, each in the amount of 100% of the contract price.