37410_Jul_20_26_solicitation_doc.pdf

This solicitation document from the Town of Killingly, Connecticut requests sealed proposals for delivery of Silicon Dioxide Defoamer in 55-gallon barrels to the Killingly Water Pollution Control Facility (KWPCF) located at 31 Wauregan Road. The Town anticipates annual delivery of approximately 12 barrels, typically in shipments of 2 barrels per delivery. Proposals are due July 13, 2026 at 10:00 a.m., with questions due by July 3, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. A site walk is available upon request by contacting Joseph Couture, Assistant Facility Superintendent, at wpcf@killinglyct.gov or 860-779-5392. Proposals must be submitted to the Office of the Town Engineer at Killingly Town Hall, 172 Main Street, Killingly, Connecticut 06239. The initial contract term begins July 1, 2026 for 12 months with two optional one-year renewal periods, provided neither party submits written notice of termination at least 60 days prior to expiration.

Pricing shall be quoted on a per-pound basis for routine bulk delivery services inclusive of transportation, handling, and incidental charges, with ancillary charges such as fuel surcharges or minimum load fees listed separately. A fuel surcharge clause will be adjusted based on the Consumer Price Index for Diesel Fuel (New England PADD 1A) or equivalent measure. Qualified bidders must demonstrate a minimum of five years of experience in manufacturing or delivering water and wastewater treatment chemicals and maintain current HAZMAT endorsements. Required insurance includes general liability ($1,000,000 each occurrence), automobile liability ($1,000,000 combined single limit), pollution liability ($1,000,000 per claim and $2,000,000 aggregate), and umbrella coverage ($5,000,000). Bidders must provide at least three references from comparable municipal facilities. Bonding is not required. The Town reserves the right to terminate for cause if the contractor fails to perform, delivers non-conforming product, violates safety regulations, or fails to maintain required insurance and licenses, with liquidated damages potentially assessed for failure to make timely deliveries.