Bicentennial Park Pool- Chemicals & Equipment

Citrus County, Florida is seeking a vendor through Invitation to Bid (ITB) 24-218 to provide comprehensive chemical management and equipment services for the Bicentennial Park Pool, a 225,000-gallon facility. The procurement encompasses the purchase and delivery of specific pool chemicals including sodium hypochlorite, sulfuric acid, sodium bicarbonate, cyanuric acid, calcium chloride, algaecide, and reagents, as well as the provision and maintenance of chlorine tank(s), controllers, and pumps. Bidders must submit detailed pricing for chemical supplies and monthly equipment maintenance costs, with a comprehensive bid package requiring certificates of insurance, completed bid forms, and qualification statements. Key procurement dates include bid issuance on September 14, 2024, a question deadline of October 7, 2024, and bid submissions due by October 15, 2024 at 2:00 pm, with a public bid opening via Microsoft Teams. The county will evaluate bids based on qualifications, compliance, pricing, and overall best value, with board approval of the selected vendor tentatively scheduled for December 10, 2024.

The contract is a two-year agreement with an option to renew for three additional one-year periods, contingent upon satisfactory performance and fund availability. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, bidders must demonstrate compliance with E-Verify requirements, drug-free workplace policies, and equal employment opportunity standards. The county has budgeted approximately $40,000 for this project, with the flexibility to adjust funding as needed. Vendors must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including general liability, automobile liability, workers' compensation, and pollution liability, with specific minimum coverage amounts. The contract includes provisions for potential annual price adjustments, subject to documented cost justifications, and requires the use of the county's electronic payment system. Payment terms involve monthly invoicing, and the county reserves the right to terminate the agreement with 30 days' written notice.