Sodium Hypochlorite Solution Supply

This contract is a sealed Invitation to Bid for the annual supply of 15 % sodium hypochlorite solution to the Rock River Water Reclamation District. The district will purchase up to its annual need (≈125,000 gallons) on a “as‑needed” basis, with deliveries made Monday‑Friday between 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. The awarded vendor must meet strict chemical specifications, provide laboratory analysis for each load, and follow detailed delivery and spill‑response procedures. The bid was awarded to Vertex Chemical Corporation at $0.81 per gallon for a base 12‑month term (May 2018 – Apr 2019); performance and payment bonds equal to 100 % of the contract price are required, along with extensive insurance coverage. The contract includes options for 24‑ and 36‑month extensions (no bids received) and allows month‑to‑month renewal after the base term. • Scope: supply of sodium hypochlorite (15 % chlorine) with weight, gravity, and NaOH limits. • Delivery: FOB destination, weigh‑in/sampling, 48‑hour order turnaround, EPA‑approved spill cleanup. • Financial: unit‑price pricing, bid security 10 % of total bid, performance/payment bonds 100 %, estimated annual spend ≈ $101 k.