37414_Jul_20_26_solicitation_doc.pdf

This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) solicitation document issued by the Town of Killingly, Connecticut for the delivery of Sodium Hypochlorite 12.5% Bleach to the Killingly Water Pollution Control Facility (KWPCF). The Town invites sealed proposals from qualified contractors to supply this product, with the solicitation open from June 12, 2026 at 7:00 AM EDT through July 13, 2026 at 10:00 AM EDT. The scope covers bulk delivery of approximately 14,000 gallons annually in typical 2,000-gallon shipments, with an optional site walk available upon request. The initial contract term is 12 months beginning July 1, 2026, with options for up to two additional one-year renewals upon mutual agreement. Vendor questions are accepted through July 3, 2026 at 3:00 PM EDT. Either party may terminate the contract with written notice at least 60 days prior to expiration. Delivery must occur within a 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM window during normal facility operating hours.

Bidders must submit per-gallon pricing for routine deliveries and separate pricing for emergency delivery with a maximum four-hour response requirement, with all ancillary charges such as fuel surcharges or demurrage fees listed as separate line items. Delivery terms are Free On Board Destination with vendor-specified payment terms. Contractors must demonstrate a minimum of five years' experience in bulk chemical delivery, maintain DOT hazmat compliance with current hazmat endorsements for all drivers, and provide NSF/ANSI Standard 60 certification for the product supplied. Insurance requirements include general liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence / $2,000,000 aggregate, commercial automobile liability of $1,000,000 combined single limit, pollution liability of $1,000,000 per claim / $2,000,000 aggregate, and workers' compensation coverage. Bidders must provide a minimum of three references from comparable municipal water or wastewater treatment facilities and submit a notarized non-collusion affidavit. The Town affirmatively commits to ensuring disadvantaged business enterprises have full opportunity to submit bids without discrimination and reserves the right to reject any or all bids and award to the lowest responsible and qualified bidder.