Liquid sodium hypochlorite

The City of Ukiah, located in Mendocino County, California, is soliciting bids for the procurement of Liquid Sodium Hypochlorite for its Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). The Request for Bid (RFB) seeks approximately 100,000 gallons of 12.5% Liquid Sodium Hypochlorite, to be delivered in lots of approximately 5,000 gallons over a one-year contract period. Delivery will be made directly to the WWTP at 300 Plant Rd, Ukiah, CA 95482. Vendors must possess a current City of Ukiah business license, comply with DOT Hazardous Materials regulations and OSHA standards, and maintain appropriate insurance coverage. The bid will be evaluated based on the lowest overall bid, with a unique local vendor preference that provides Mendocino County-based businesses a 5% bid advantage up to $2,500. The critical submission deadline is October 24, 2024, at 1:30 p.m., with the contract to be awarded shortly thereafter.

The procurement opportunity includes specific requirements for potential bidders, with a notable local vendor preference that advantageous to Mendocino County businesses. Vendors must agree to indemnify the City against potential claims or damages and understand that Water Treatment Plant delivery invoices are non-taxable. Any additional charges must be explicitly specified during the bidding process. Payment terms are set at Net 30 days, providing clear financial expectations for the selected vendor. While the specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the volume of 100,000 gallons suggests a significant procurement value. The contract appears open to all qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications, DOT regulations, and insurance requirements, with no explicit set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises mentioned in the available documentation.