Provision of Bottled Water

* The Baldwin County Commission is seeking bids for the provision of bottled water. * The contract will be for 12 months, with the option for a 12-month extension. * Bidders must provide bottled water that meets federal and state standards for human consumption, with a shelf life of 2 years. * The water must be palletized, shrink-wrapped, and have a minimum double layer of shrink wrap. * Deliveries must be made within 48-72 hours of scheduling, with 50% of the order delivered within 48 hours. * The bid must include a transportation hourly rate, and freight charges must be included in the bid price. * The award will be made to the lowest responsible bidder, with consideration given to bids that include recycled materials. * The bid package must include a bid guarantee of at least 5% of the proposed bid amount, not to exceed $10,000. * Bidders must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, including the Alabama Immigration Law.