Bottled Water, Dispensers, and Cups

This contract is for the provision of bottled water, dispensers, and cups to the County of San Luis Obispo. The contract has a term of three years, with the option to extend for two additional one-year terms. The vendor, Culligan San Paso Co, will provide 5-gallon and 3-gallon bottles of drinking water, dispensers, and cups to various departments throughout the County. The contract includes provisions for pricing, payment, and termination. Key aspects of the contract include: * The County's estimated annual consumption of 95,000 gallons of water * The vendor's obligation to provide customer service contacts and respond to inquiries within 4 hours * The requirement for the vendor to maintain insurance coverage, including commercial general liability and workers' compensation insurance * The option for the County to terminate the contract with or without cause, with 30 days' written notice * The vendor's warranty that the water provided will be of good quality, as outlined in Title 22 of the California Administrative Code. Some of the key benefits of this contract to the County include: * A fixed price for the initial term of the contract, with the option to negotiate price increases for subsequent option periods * The ability to add or delete locations and adjust usage according to department needs, without penalty * The vendor's responsibility for maintaining and replacing dispensers, and for addressing any issues with the quality of the water or dispensers.