Water Treatment Chemicals and Services

The University of Florida has awarded a contract to NALCO Water, An Ecolab Company, for water treatment chemicals and services for its on-campus cooling towers. The contract has an initial period of 5 years with an option to renew for up to 5 additional 1-year periods. The vendor is responsible for providing a full-service, comprehensive water treatment program, including testing and cleaning procedures, equipment and bulk chemical delivery and control systems, and reporting capabilities. The contract includes a pricing proposal with monthly equipment and services costs, annual chemical costs, and quarterly testing pricing. The vendor must also provide customer references and accept the university's terms and conditions.