Sodium Hypochlorite (Co-Op)

The City of Fort Lauderdale is issuing an Invitation to Bid (IFB) on behalf of the Southeast Florida Governmental Cooperative Purchasing Group for sodium hypochlorite, targeting approximately 45 government entities across Southeast Florida. The procurement seeks a firm fixed price contract for bulk and less-than-tanker load sodium hypochlorite deliveries, with an initial two-year contract term and potential for two additional one-year renewals. The total estimated usage is 11,730,000 gallons over two years, including 5,865,000 gallons annually in tanker loads and 417,000 gallons in less-than-tanker loads across multiple delivery locations such as Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, and Dania Beach. The sodium hypochlorite must meet specific technical requirements, including ANSI/AWWA 300-24 standards, a 12% solution strength, pH range of 11-13, and a minimum of 120 Grams per Liter of available chlorine, with NSF/ANSI Standard 60 certification for drinking water treatment chemicals. The bid submission deadline is August 29, 2025, with all questions and submittals required to be processed through the Infor Supplier Portal, and the City reserves the right to award to multiple bidders based on meeting all specifications and requirements.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Pricing will remain firm for the initial two-year term, with potential economic price adjustments during renewal periods based on the Consumer Price Index, not to exceed 5%. The contract includes a clean tank guarantee, requiring the contractor to clean tanks at no additional charge if sludge or impurities accumulate, and provides detailed requirements for tank fittings, offloading procedures, and chemical handling. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the procurement suggests a significant annual expenditure across the cooperative's 45 participating government entities. Interested vendors must complete supplier registration through the Infor Supplier Portal and respond to Event 519-0, with a focus on meeting the precise technical specifications for sodium hypochlorite delivery and handling.