Short-Listed_Firms.pdf

This document is a Notice of Short-Listed Firms issued by the School Board of Volusia County, Florida, for Request for Proposal (RFP) No. RFP-2024-3029 regarding Water and Wastewater Facilities Services. The solicitation seeks a qualified contractor to operate and maintain three water treatment plants, three wastewater treatment plants, and thirteen lift stations across the school district. The Evaluation Team has selected two firms, ClearWater Solutions, LLC and US Water Services, Corp., for formal interviews scheduled on Thursday, November 21, 2024. These interviews will be recorded and subsequently posted on Vendorlink. The contract will have an initial three-year term commencing January 1, 2025, with an option for one additional three-year renewal period.

The anticipated annual expenditure for these services is approximately $180,000.00. The contractor will be responsible for comprehensive operational tasks including daily monitoring, chemical management, regulatory compliance, water quality testing, and detailed reporting. The vendor must possess required certifications and demonstrate expertise in water and wastewater treatment operations. They will be financially responsible for any regulatory fines resulting from improper facility management, with a maximum 10% markup allowed on parts and supplies. Pricing will be structured with monthly payments for routine maintenance and specified hourly rates for emergency services. The procurement process was competitive, with three vendors initially submitting proposals, ultimately resulting in ClearWater Solutions, LLC being recommended for contract award.