The City of Tucson has awarded a contract to Western Emulsions, Inc. for the provision of liquid asphalt products. The contract includes specifications for the products, including viscosity, storage stability, and residue requirements. The contract also includes terms for payment, delivery, and inspection. The awarded vendor, Western Emulsions, Inc., has accepted the offer and will provide the products and services outlined in the contract. Key aspects of the contract include:
• The contract is for a term of 7 years, with the option to renew after the end date.
• The vendor must provide a minimum of 10,000 gallons of CRS-2 emulsion every working day between September 1 through November 15 and between March 14 through June 30.
• The vendor must maintain a reasonable stock on hand for delivery to the requesting agency.
• The contract includes a payment discount period of 21 calendar days.
• The contract includes a tax provision, with the City of Tucson exempt from federal excise tax.