RFP-2024-3039_Bidder_List.docx

The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP-2024-3039) from The School Board of Volusia County, Florida for Water & Wastewater Facilities Services. The solicitation seeks a contractor to operate and maintain three water treatment plants, three wastewater treatment plants, and thirteen lift stations. The bid opening date was October 30, 2024, at 2:00 P.M. EST, with three bidders submitting proposals: Carver Water Technology, ClearWater Solutions, LLC, and US Water Services. The contract involves comprehensive maintenance, testing, reporting, and operational responsibilities for water and wastewater facilities, including daily monitoring, chemical management, equipment inspection, regulatory compliance, and emergency response services.

The scope of work requires the contractor to perform routine maintenance, regulatory-required testing, record-keeping, and coordinate with regulatory agencies. The contractor will be responsible for all operational costs, chemical applications (approximately 1,000 gallons of chlorine annually), and compliance with Florida Administrative Codes and Statutes. Emergency services and equipment repairs will be charged at specified hourly rates, with the contractor bearing responsibility for any fines resulting from improper facility operations. The contract emphasizes strict adherence to environmental regulations, detailed reporting requirements, and maintaining facility performance standards, with the potential for termination if compliance is not met.