Cooperative Pool Supplies

Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES is seeking cooperative pool supplies through a Request for Bid (RFB-2137-25) for six participating school districts in Monroe and Orleans Counties, New York. The procurement covers a comprehensive range of pool maintenance and testing supplies, including chemical products like muriatic acid, oxidizer shock, sodium bicarbonate, chlorine products, testing kits, filter media, and chemical reagents. The contract period is from September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026, with bids to be opened on July 31, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Bidders must submit pricing on an Excel spreadsheet provided on a flash drive and a paper copy, with prices including all transportation charges. Evaluation criteria will focus on selecting the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, considering factors such as reliability, product quality, specification conformity, and delivery terms. Required documentation includes non-collusion certification, Iran Divestment Act certification, insurance documentation, and customer references. The bid emphasizes that awards will be made based on a comprehensive assessment of vendor capabilities and proposal details.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The cooperative purchasing agreement allows potential expansion to additional participants under New York State General Municipal Law, providing flexibility for future participation. BOCES reserves the right to reject any bid or purchase items from alternative contracts if more favorable pricing can be obtained. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documentation, the comprehensive nature of the bid suggests a substantial procurement across multiple school districts. The bid covers approximately 30 line items of pool supplies, indicating a potentially significant contract value. The cooperative approach enables multiple entities to leverage aggregated purchasing power, potentially reducing individual procurement costs. Vendors will need to demonstrate comprehensive product availability, competitive pricing, and the ability to meet the detailed specifications outlined in the bid documents.