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This is a bid document from the City of Newport, Rhode Island Department of Utilities - Water Division, soliciting sealed proposals for Water Treatment Chemicals (Bid #2025-UTL-003) for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. The bid covers nine specific chemical items including polyaluminum chloride, sodium hypochlorite, copper sulfate crystals, hydrogen peroxide based algaecide, sodium hydroxide, liquid hydrochloric acid, sodium fluorosilicate, sodium chlorite, and a cationic polymer. The estimated annual quantities vary by chemical, ranging from 2,000 to 140,000 gallons/pounds, with deliveries to be made to two water treatment plants: Lawton Valley Water Treatment Plant in Portsmouth and Station One Water Treatment Plant in Newport. Bids are due by 2:00 PM local time on May 6, 2025, with bid tabulations to be posted on the e-Procurement system within 24 hours of the closing date.

All chemicals must meet specific technical specifications, including conformance with American Water Works Association (AWWA) standards and ANSI/NSF Standard 60 for drinking water treatment chemicals. Bidders are required to provide affidavits of compliance and are subject to independent laboratory testing to verify chemical quality. The bid prices are to be quoted on a per gallon or per pound basis, with no additional freight, handling, or tank rental charges allowed. Delivery requirements include specific packaging specifications, time frames, and communication protocols. The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and is not bound by the estimated consumption quantities. Bidders must also provide a list of corporate officers or LLC principals, and all bid packages and potential addendums are located on the BidNetDirect Rhode Island website.

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CITY OF NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND

PURCHASING DIVISION

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

SEALED BIDS

Bid#2025-UTL-003

Sealed Proposals are being requested to provide WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS, in accordance with all terms and specifications contained herein, will be received in the Purchasing Office, City Hall, 43 Broadway, Newport, R. I., until:

Two (2:00) P.M., Local Time

May 6, 2025

Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes addressed to the Purchasing Office, City Hall, 43 Broadway, Newport, R. I. 02840, and must be plainly marked in the lower left-hand corner, “Water Treatment Chemicals –Bid#2025-UTL-003”. Please provide one (1) original and one (1) copy of your bid proposal.

Note: Bid Tabulations will be posted on the e-Procurement system generally within twenty-four (24) hours of the closing date.

It is the bidder’s responsibility to see that the bid is delivered within the time and at the place prescribed. Bids received prior to the time of opening will be securely kept, unopened. Bids may be withdrawn on written request (on the letterhead of the bidder and signed by the person signing the bid) which must be received prior to the time fixed for opening. Bids may be modified in the same manner. No bid or modification thereof received after the time set for opening will be considered, even if it is determined by the City that such non-arrival before the time set for opening was due solely to the delay in the mails for which the bidder is not responsible.

Any bidder taking exception to, or questioning any of the provisions, procedures, conditions, or specifications herein stated should make such exceptions known to the undersigned, in writing, not less than five (5) days before the bid opening.

Any change or interpretation made as a result thereof will be published in an addendum and mailed to all prospective bidders. Should a bidder still not be satisfied, he may, in the bid, set out and stipulate the exception, with enough explanation to be understood by the City and, within the stipulation, the INCREASE or DECREASE in the bid price because of the exception shall be stated. The City may, at its discretion, accept or reject any or all exceptions.

Federal Excise Taxes and/or Rhode Island Use Taxes are not to be included in the bid. The City will execute exemption certificates if furnished by the bidder when submitting his invoice.

The bidder will state the approximate delivery date in the bid, or the time required to make delivery after notification of award.

The right is reserved, as the interest of the City may require, to reject any or all bid proposals, to waive any technical defect or informality in bids received, and to accept or reject any bid or portion thereof.

The City of Newport reserves the right to reject any or all proposals or to accept any proposals deemed to be for the best interest of the City.

The technical point of contact for this package is Robert Schultz, Director of Utilities, at rschultz@cityofnewport.com

Note: All bidders are responsible for ensuring that no addenda have been added to the original bid package.

Prevailing Wage - Any construction over $ 1,000.00 is required by state law to pay state prevailing wage. A current copy of the most recent Prevailing Wage scale is obtained from the State of Rhode Island, Department of Labor and Training, Division of Professional Regulation or at the Davis-Bacon Wage Determination link. It is also by request for each construction bid document. All vendors supplying construction services must submit certified payrolls from any contractor and sub-contractor who work on the project. No payments are made until all payrolls are up to date, and correct. Click here for Prevailing Wage Tables.

Prevailing Wages also applies to ALL other (Non-Construction) Requirements. If the City's requirement is sealed bid, the DAVIS-BACON Wage Determination applies.

Buy American Act (1933- Sections 10 (a- d) of Title 41) and Buy American Act Provision (1982 - Section 5323(j) of Title 49) apply to this requirement, and therefore, documentation may be requested in support.

GENERAL CONDITIONS (if applicable)

1. The City reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, to waive any informality, to request interviews of Service Providers prior to award and to select and negotiate the Service Provider services in the best interest of the City.

2. The Service Provider shall guarantee to perform the services offered and the total price of the proposal for a period of not less than 60 days from the deadline for submission of proposals.

3. The City reserves the right to accept all or part of any proposal, and to negotiate a contract for services and cost with the selected Service Provider.

4. The Service Provider shall provide all necessary personnel, materials and equipment to perform and complete all work under this proposal.

5. All original documents and drawings shall become the property of the City after completion of the Service Provider’s work.

6. The City of Newport intends to recommend award of a contract to the City Council for the requested services within one (1) month of receipt of the proposals. The Service Provider shall be prepared to commence work immediately upon execution of a contract with the City.

7. Awards will not be made to any person, firm or company in default of a contract with the City, the State of Rhode Island or the Federal Government.

8. The Service Provider hereby agrees that it will assign to the City of Newport all cause of action that it may acquire under the anti-trust laws of Rhode Island and the United States as the result of conspiracies, combination of contracts in restraint of trade which affect the price of goods or services obtained by the City under this contract if so requested by the City of Newport.

9. Invoices must to be submitted to the Accounting Office: Accounts Payable Department, 43 Broadway, Newport, RI 02840. The invoice must include an itemization of all services provided, including unit list price, net price, extensions and total amount(s) due.

10. Unless otherwise stated, payment will be made within thirty (30) days of the completion of the service, in an acceptable fashion, to the City and receipt of invoice, whichever is later.

11. City is exempt from all sales and Federal excise taxes. Our exemption number is 05-6000260.

Please bill less these taxes.

12. The City of Newport’s obligations to pay any amount due under a contract are contingent upon availability and continuation of funds for the purpose. The City may terminate the contract, for non-appropriation of funds, and all payment obligations of the City cease on the date of termination.

13. None of the services covered by the contract shall be assigned in full or in part, or sub-contracted without the prior approval of the City.

14. This contract will be for the services described above; however, this agreement should not be considered exclusive. As deemed necessary, the City reserves the right to obtain these services from any other vendor.

15. Unless otherwise specified all costs listed are firm for the term of the contract.

16. Neither party shall be liable for any inability to perform its’ obligations under any subsequent agreement due to war, riot, insurrection, civil commotion, fire, flood, earthquake, storm or other act of God.

17. Notification of the parties shall be considered to have been constructively received when it is mailed via the United States Postal Service or delivered in hand to the parties as stated in the contract.

18. If any of the GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS is held to be invalid or unenforceable, it will be construed to have the broadest interpretation which would make it valid and enforceable under such holding. Invalidity or unenforceability of a term or condition will not affect any of the other GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS.

19. Each and every provision and clause required by law to be inserted in any subsequent Contract shall be deemed to be inserted herein and the Contract shall be read and enforced as though it were included herein, and if through mistake or otherwise any such provision is not inserted, or is not correctly inserted, then upon the application of either party, the Contract shall forthwith be physically amended to make such insertion or correction.

20. Proposal shall also mean quotation, bid, offer, qualification/experience statement, and services.

Proposers shall also mean vendors, offerors, bidders, or any person or firm responding to a Request for Proposals.

21. All contracts entered into by the City of Newport shall be governed by the Laws of the State of Rhode Island. Any disputes shall be resolved within the venue of the State of Rhode Island and Newport County.

22. The Service Provider selected for this project shall procure and maintain the following types of insurance:

Statutory Workers Compensation and Employer’s Liability Insurance

Professional Services Liability Insurance for errors and omissions ($1,000,000.00 minimum)

Liability and Property Damage Insurance (a) Bodily injury liability: $500,000 each person, $1,000,000 each occurrence; (b) Property damage liability: $500,000 each occurrence, $1,000,000 aggregate.

CITY OF NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND

Alex Casagrande, Acting Purchasing Agent

CITY OF NEWPORT

DEPARTMENT OF UTILITIES ‐ WATER DIVISION

WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS ‐ BID No. 2025‐UTL‐003

INTRODUCTION

The City of Newport, Department of Utilities, Water Division (NWD) is seeking bids for furnishing chemicals for the treatment of drinking water in accordance with all terms and specifications contained herein. The duration of the contract period shall be from July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.

In addition to the most current SDS sheets, the successful bidder is required to supply, at no added charge, six (6) GHS approved "peel and stick" labels to each plant to be used for the labeling of bulk, and day tanks, at chemical fill stations, and wherever else it is deemed necessary by the NWD. These will be used to identify products contained in each bulk tank, day tank and for appropriate doors to notify "first responders" in the event of an emergency. A DVD Safety tape for "Right To Know" compliance and a safety seminar the City can videotape will also be provided at no additional cost, should the City so request it.

The bidder is required to submit with the bid, a manufacturer's commitment letter to provide the

City's product requirements.

Delivery will be made only during the normal working hours of the facility being served. Successful bidders are required to supply the name of a contact person who can be reached in emergencies.

Deliveries should be made no later than three (3) days from day of order. Any problems in making the delivery within that time frame should be reported to the facility immediately. City staff will only assist in off‐loading of the chemical which has been ordered by the City. At the time of delivery, a responsible city employee must sign all delivery slips. A copy of the delivery slip shall be left with the facility. The City will not be liable for deliveries made contrary to the above.

All deliveries must be able to be made between 8 AM and 4 PM Monday‐Friday on each of the five days. The City, at its discretion, may choose to accept deliveries outside of the normal delivery times, if arrangements can be agreed to in advance.

Deliveries shall be made to the following locations:

Lawton Valley Water Treatment Plant

2154 W. Main Road (Route 114)

Portsmouth, RI 02871

Station 1 Water Treatment Plant

100 Bliss Mine Road

Newport, RI 02840

Delivery driver must be properly trained in the hazards of the chemical being delivered and follow recommendations of SDS throughout the delivery process. Vendor is responsible for supplying evidence that chemical haulers have gone through background checks w/ appropriate federal agencies.

Delivery vehicles must be in safe working order and capable of safely unloading at the destination.

The bidder is responsible for any ancillary delivery equipment that may be necessary to unload product‐hoses, connections, etc. and a sample port, or some method of safely obtaining a sample of the product at the ti.me of delivery for QC testing by City personnel will also be required.

Supplier must provide picture IDs of all drivers to the Water Plant Station One 401‐845‐5826 and

Lawton Valley 401‐845‐5835, prior to expected delivery date. The list is to be kept up to date noting any new hires or dismissals. Drivers shall be able to easily and effectively communicate with plant staff.

DEPARTMENT OF UTILITIES ‐ WATER DIVISION

WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS ‐ BID No. 2025‐UTL‐003

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Note: All chemicals furnished under this invitation should be United States manufacture unless otherwise stated and accepted.

ITEM #1 POLYALUMINUM CHLORIDE, (PACI) LIQUID

Polyaluminum chloride liquid for treatment of potable water.

The liquid PACI shall conform to the AWWA Standard B408‐10 and ANSI/NSF Standard 60 as approved for potable water.

The PACl shall have the following specifications:

1. Alz03 10.5% (+/‐ .3)

2. Basicity 65% to 75%

3. Specific Gravity 1.22 to 1.28

Price is to be quoted on a per gallon basis; estimated annual usage is one hundred forty thousand

(140,000) gallons. Tank capacity approximately seven thousand five hundred (7,500) gallons at Lawton

Valley, and ten thousand (10,000) gallons at Station One. Approximate delivery requirement: 5000 gallons

Station One and 5,000 LVWTP every 21‐60 days. Polyaluminum Chloride consumption is an estimate only and Purchaser shall not be bound by these amounts in any subsequent Purchase Order or C o n t r a c t .

Polyaluminum chloride supplied under this contract shall be tested and certified as meeting these specifications, American Water Works Association (AWWA) Standard Specifications B408‐10, except as modified or supplemented herein and those of the American National Standards Institute/National

Sanitation Foundation (ANSI/NSF) Standard 60, Drinking Water Treatment Chemicals Health Effects.

Affidavits of compliance with ANSI/AWWA Standard B408‐10; and ANSI/NSF Standard 60, Drinking Water

Treatment Chemicals ‐ Health Effects, are required. An independent laboratory will analyze any material which is of questionable quality. If the material does not meet the specifications outlined, the supplier will be required to remit payment to the laboratory for the analysis, and the material will be rejected.

ITEM #2 10% SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE, LIQUID

Sodium Hypochlorite delivered under this contract shall have a minimum of 900, and a maximum of

1100 Grams per Liter (GPL) available chlorine (equivalent to a range of 9 ‐11 percent sodium hypochlorite by weight). Product shall be a clear to straw colored liquid with no visible cloudiness, impurities, or sediment.

Sodium Hypochlorite delivered under this contract shall have a pH between 11 and 13. A pH not between this range may be grounds for rejecting this delivery.

Sodium Hypochlorite delivered under this contract shall meet the following contaminant concentration limits:

Iron < 0.3 mg/L

Copper < 0.03 mg/L

Nickel < 0.03 mg/L

Chlorate < 2,000 mg/L

Bromate < 20mg/L

Perchlorate < 10 mg/L

Filter Test Time < 3 minutes

Price is to be quoted on a per gallon basis; estimated annual usage is fifty thousand (50,000) gallons. Tank capacity approximately six thousand (6,000) gallons at Lawton Valley via two (2) three thousand (3000) gallon storage tanks, and five thousand three hundred (5,300) gallons at Station One, via two (2) two thousand six hundred fifty (2,650)‐gallon storage tanks. Delivery requirement: All loads shall be 2,000 gallons, approximately every 15‐30 days. Sodium Hypochlorite consumption is estimate only and

Purchaser shall not be bound by these amounts in any subsequent Purchase Order or Contract.

Liquid sodium hypochlorite supplied under this contract shall be tested and certified as meeting these specifications, American Water Works Association (AWWA) Standard Specifications B300‐10, except as modified or supplemented herein and those of the American National Standards Institute/National

Sanitation Foundation (ANSI/NSF) Standard 60, Drinking Water Treatment Chemicals Health Effects.

Affidavits of compliance with ANSI/AWWA Standard B300‐10; and ANSI/NSF Standard 60, Drinking Water

Treatment Chemicals ‐ Health Effects, are required. An independent laboratory will analyze any material which is of questionable quality. If the material does not meet the specifications outlined, the supplier will be required to remit payment to the laboratory for the analysis, and the material will be rejected.

ITEM #3 COPPER SULFATE CRYSTALS

Approximately twenty (20) tons commercial grade copper sulphate crystals for Water Treatment, to be delivered in four (4) orders of five (5) tons each order to Station One, Water Treatment Plant, Bliss Mine

Road, Newport, Rhode Island. Delivery to be made in 50 lb. bags ‐ not bulk. Crystal size to be what is considered a large crystal, not smaller than 1/2 inch, up to and including 3/4 inch.

Copper Sulfate Crystals supplied under this contract shall be tested and certified as meeting these specifications, American Water Works Association (AWWA) Standard Specifications B602‐08, except as modified or supplemented herein and those of the American National Standards Institute/National

Sanitation Foundation (ANSI/NSF) Standard 60, Drinking Water Treatment Chemicals Health Effects.

Affidavits of compliance with ANSI/AWWA Standard B602‐08; and ANSI/NSF Standard 60, Drinking Water

Treatment Chemicals ‐ Health Effects, are required. An independent laboratory will analyze any material which is of questionable quality. If the material does not meet the specifications outlined, the supplier will be required to remit payment to the laboratory for the analysis, and the material will be rejected.

Copper Sulfate Crystal consumption is estimate only and Purchaser shall not be bound by these amounts in any subsequent Purchase Order or Contract.

ITEM #4 Hydrogen Peroxide Based Algaecide

Approximately twenty thousand (20,000) pounds commercial grade hydrogen peroxide based algaecide in granular form, to be delivered in one (1) order of twenty thousand (20,000) pounds to Station One, Water

Treatment Plant, Bliss Mine Road, Newport, Rhode Island. Delivery to be made in 50 lb. bags ‐ not bulk.

Approved products include GreenClean Pro as manufactured by BioSafe Systems LLC, or approved equal as determined by the City.

Hydrogen Peroxide Based Algaecide consumption is estimate only and Purchaser shall not be bound by these amounts in any subsequent Purchase Order or Contract.

ITEM #5 SODIUM HYDROXIDE (Liquid Caustic Soda)

Composition: Sodium hydroxide shall be provided in a liquid form. Due to temperature considerations the concentration to be considered shall be 25% on a weight basis. Sodium hydroxide supplied in accordance with this specification shall contain no soluble material or organic substances in quantities capable of producing deleterious or injurious effects on the health of those consuming water that has been treated properly with the sodium hydroxide.

Price is to be quoted on a per gallon basis; estimated annual usage is sixty thousand (60,000) gallons.

Tank capacity approximately eight thousand three hundred forty (8,340) gallons at Lawton Valley, via two

(2) four thousand one hundred seventy (4,170) gallon storage tanks and seven thousand six hundred

(7,600) gallons at Station One, via one (1) storage tank. Approximate delivery requirement: 5,000 gallons every 45‐90 days. Sodium hydroxide consumption is estimate only and Purchaser shall not be bound by these amounts in any subsequent Purchase Order or Contract.

Sodium hydroxide supplied under this contract shall be tested and certified as meeting these specifications, American Water Works Association (AWWA) Standard Specifications B501‐08, except as modified or supplemented herein and those of the American National Standards Institute/National Sanitation

Foundation (ANSI/NSF) Standard 60, Drinking Water Treatment Chemicals Health Effects. Affidavits of compliance with ANSI/AWWA Standard B501‐08; and ANSI/NSF Standard 60, Drinking Water Treatment

Chemicals ‐ Health Effects, are required. An independent laboratory will analyze any material which is of questionable quality. If the material does not meet the specifications outlined, the supplier will be required to remit payment to the laboratory for the analysis, and the material will be rejected.

ITEM #6 LIQUID HYDROCHLORIC ACID 31% STRENGTH

PRODUCT: Liquid hydrochloric acid shall meet the following specifications: HYDROCHLORIC ACID

(MURIATIC ACID)

a) Chemical Formula HCl

b) Concentration of solution 31% (+/‐ 1%) by weight (20° Baume)

c) Density 9.7 lbs. per gallon of solution at 68°F

d) ASTM Specification

e) Product must be NSF60 approved.

f) Liquid hydrochloric acid shall conform to all applicable requirements of the American Society for

Testing and Materials Specification ASTM El 146‐08.

Total tank capacity at Station One is five thousand three hundred gallons (5,300). Total tank capacity at

Lawton Valley is six thousand (6,000) gallons. It is estimated that two deliveries to Station One of three thousand (3,000) gallons, and three deliveries to Lawton Valley of two thousand five hundred (2,500) gallons will be made annually. Hydrochloric Acid (Muriatic Acid) consumption is estimate only and

Purchaser shall not be bound by these amounts in any subsequent Purchase Order or Contract.

ITEM #7 SODIUM FLUOROSILICATE or GRANULAR SODIUM FLUORIDE

Approximately four (4) tons to be delivered in two shipments; eighty (80) 50 lb. bags to Lawton's Valley, Portsmouth, Rhode Island, and eighty (80) 50 lb. bags to Station One, Newport, Rhode Island. Packing to be such to ensure a free flowing quality of material to insure there will be no feeder problems. Sodium fluorosilicate or granular sodium fluoride consumption is estimate only and Purchaser shall not be bound by these amounts in any subsequent Purchase Order or Cont ract

Sodium fluorosilicate or granular sodium fluoride supplied under this contract shall be tested and certified as meeting these specifications, American Water Works Association (AWWA) Standard Specifications

B702‐11, except as modified or supplemented herein and those of the American National Standards

Institute/National Sanitation Foundation (ANSI/NSF) Standard 60, Drinking Water Treatment Chemicals

Health Effects. Affidavits of compliance with ANSI/AWWA Standard B702‐11; and ANSI/NSF Standard 60, Drinking Water Treatment Chemicals ‐ Health Effects, are required. An independent laboratory will analyze any material which is of questionable quality. If the material does not meet the specifications outlined, the supplier will be required to remit payment to the laboratory for the analysis, and the material will be rejected.

ITEM #8 SODIUM CHLORITE

Sodium chlorite solution must be approved and registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for use in potable water systems. Solution shall conform to:

Active Ingredient: 25% (+/‐ 1.0% by weight) NaC102 Inert Ingredient: 75% (+/‐1.0% by weight) H20

Appearance: Pale yellow slightly hazy liquid

Shelf Life: One (1) Year minimum Density: 10.0 to 10.3 lb/gallon

Price per pound; estimated annual usage is one hundred twenty thousand (120,000) pounds. Tank capacity approximately three thousand five hundred (3,500) gallons at Lawton Valley, and three thousand five hundred (3,500) gallons at Station One. Approximate delivery requirement: three thousand five hundred

(3,000) gallons Lawton Valley, and three thousand five hundred (3,000) gallons Station One every 60‐90 days.

Sodium chlorite consumption is estimate only and Purchaser shall not be bound by these amounts in any subsequent Purchase Order or C o n t r a c t .

Sodium chlorite supplied under this contract shall be tested and certified as meeting these specifications, American Water Works Association Standard (AWWA) Specifications B303‐10, except as modified or supplemented herein and those of the American National Standards Institute/National Sanitation

Foundation (ANSI/NSF) Standard 60, Drinking Water Treatment Chemicals Health Effects. Affidavits of compliance with ANSI/AWWA Standard B303‐10; and ANSI/NSF Standard 60, Drinking Water Treatment

Chemicals ‐ Health Effects, are required. An independent laboratory will analyze any material which is of questionable quality. If the material does not meet the specifications outlined, the supplier will be required to remit payment to the laboratory for the analysis, and the material will be rejected.

ITEM #9 Cationic Polymer MAGNAFLOC LT‐7990 POLYMER

Liquid aqueous polymer solution of epichlorohydrin amine condensates must be approved and registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for use in potable water systems. Solution shall conform to:

Product type: Solution polymer

Physical form: Clear viscous colorless‐yellow liquid

Solids content: 50%

Molecular weight: Medium‐high

Specific gravity: 1.14

Bulk density: 9.51 lb/gal pH: 5‐7

Supplied viscosity: 600‐900 cP

Price is to be quoted on a per gallon basis; estimated annual usage is one thousand (1,000) gallons annually per plant. This cationic polymer is to be delivered in fifty‐five gallon drums. Deliveries must be made by enclosed truck with tail gate delivery capability. Consumption is an estimate only and Purchaser shall not be bound by these amounts in any subsequent Purchase Order or Contract.

Liquid cationic polymer supplied under this contract shall be tested and certified as meeting these specifications, American Water Works Association (AWWA) Standard Specifications for Polyacrylamide

Coagulation B453‐01, except as modified or supplemented herein and those of the American National

Standards Institute/National Sanitation Foundation (ANSI/NSF) Standard 60, Drinking Water Treatment

Chemicals Health Effects. Affidavits of compliance with ANSI/AWWA for Polyacrylamide Coagulation B453‐

01; and ANSI/NSF Standard 60, Drinking Water Treatment Chemicals ‐ Health Effects, are required. An independent laboratory will analyze any material which is of questionable quality. If the material does not meet the specifications outlined, the supplier will be required to remit payment to the laboratory for the analysis, and the material will be rejected.

DEPARTMENT OF UTILITIES ‐ WATER DIVISION

WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS ‐ BID No. 2025‐UTL‐003

BID PROPOSAL SHEET

The undersigned agree to furnish to the City of Newport, Rhode Island, the following Chemicals, meeting specifications contained herein, as follows, for the period of July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.

(All quantities are estimates) UNIT PRICE TOTAL

Item# 1: Polyaluminum chloride, Liquid $___________Per Gallon $____________

One Hundred Forty Thousand (140,000) Gallons

Item# 2: Sodium Hypochlorite, Liquid $___________Per Gallon $____________

Fifty Thousand (50,000) gallons

Item# 3: Commercial Grade Copper Sulfate Crystals $___________Per Ton $____________

Twenty (20) Tons

Item# 4: Hydrogen Peroxide Based Algaecide $___________Per Pound $____________

Twenty Thousand (20,000) Pounds

Item# 5: Sodium Hydroxide (Liquid Caustic Soda) $___________Per Gallon $____________

Sixty Thousand (60,000) gallons

Item# 6: Liquid Hydrochloric Acid 31% Strength $___________Per Gallon $____________

Eight Thousand (8,000) gallons

Item# 7: Sodium fluorosilicate $___________Per Ton $____________

Four (4) Tons

Item# 8: Sodium chlorite $___________Per Pound $____________

One Hundred Thousand (100,000) pounds

Item# 9: Magnafloc LT-7990 Coagulant $___________Per Gallon $____________

Two Thousand (2,000) gallons

All bid prices shall be FOB delivered, no added freight, handling charges, pallet charges, carboy deposits, tank rental or tank deposits will be allowed. Minimum orders which are greater than estimated delivery quantities are not acceptable. Certified weight tickets for each delivery are required.

DEPARTMENT OF UTILITIES ‐ WATER DIVISION

WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS ‐ BID No. 2025‐UTL‐003

BID PROPOSAL SHEET

Date: _

I/We the undersigned do hereby propose to f u r n i s h the City of Newport, Rhode Island, Water Treatment Chemicals, in accordance with all terms and specifications contained herein:

1. See attached price sheets

BIDDING FIRM:

NUMBER & STREET:

CITY/STATE/ZIP:

SIGNATURE:

TITLE:

DATE:

TELEPHONE NO:

FAX.NO:

E-MAIL ADDRESS:

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All bidders are responsible for ensuring that no addendums have been made to the original bid package.

All bid packages and addendums are located on https://www.bidnetdirect.com/rhode-island

DEPARTMENT OF UTILITIES ‐ WATER DIVISION

WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS ‐ BID No. 2025‐UTL‐003

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