Supply and Delivery - Bulk Pool Chemicals and Equipment

ITB# REC/250514 Supply and Delivery - Bulk Pool Chemicals and Equipment Scope of Work: BACKGROUND 1. Ownership and Operation The City of Ocala is the owner and operator of two commercial pools and one commercial splash pad, situated at the addresses set forth below: a. Jervey Gantt Aquatic Fun Center, 2390 SE 36th Ave., Ocala, FL 34471 b. Hampton Aquatic Fun Center, 255 NW Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Ocala, FL 34475 c. Lily's Pad Splashpad, 2200 NW 17th Place, Ocala, FL 34475 2. Facility Capacities The Jervey Gantt pool possesses a capacity of 180,000 gallons, the Hampton pool possesses a capacity of 160,000 gallons, and Lily's Pad Splashpad possesses a capacity of 2,800 gallons. 3. Water Treatment Requirements Each facility herein referenced requires ongoing, year-round chemical water treatment to preserve sanitary conditions, sustain water balance in safeguarding public health, and conform to the safety and sanitation standards mandated by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Model Aquatic Health Code (MAHC) and Chapter 64E-9 of the Florida Administrative Code: Public Swimming Pools and Bathing Places. 4. Management and Staffing The commercial pools owned by the City are managed and operated by personnel employed by the City, each of whom holds certification as a Certified Pool Operator (CPO) and/or an Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO). EXPERIENCE/LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT 1. Experience Requirement The bidder shall demonstrate a minimum of three years of established experience in the fields of pool water treatment and the operation of pool chemical pumping equipment. 2. Licensing Requirement The bidder shall hold all requisite licenses or certifications as mandated by applicable state authorities. 3. Transportation Compliance The vendor's pump-off truck(s) shall be duly permitted by the Department of Transportation (DOT) for the operation and bulk delivery of liquid chemicals, including but not limited to sodium hypochlorite and sulfuric acid, as well as for the transportation of dry pool chemicals. Delivery drivers possessing a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) shall be required to maintain valid Hazardous Materials (Hazmat) endorsements. 4. Certification of Personnel Employees of the vendor charged with the calibration of chemical pumping equipment shall hold certification as Certified Pool Operators (CPO) in accordance with the requirements set forth in Chapter 64E-9.018 of the Florida Administrative Code: Public Swimming Pools and Bathing Places. PRICING AND AWARD 1. Quote Submission The bidder shall submit by uploading a comprehensive quote encompassing all items expressly set forth in the Quote Response Requirements section hereinafter provided. 2. Estimated Quantities The quantities recited within this document constitute estimates derived from historical annual data and shall not be construed as establishing any guaranteed minimum obligations. 3. Contract Award The Contract shall be granted to the vendor deemed most capable of satisfying the needs of the City, as evidenced by full compliance with all equipment, delivery, and service stipulations delineated in this solicitation. 4. AMOUNTS DUE TO THE CITY. Contractor/Vendor must be current and remain current in all obligations due to the City during the performance of services under the Agreement. Payments to Contractor/Vendor may be offset by any delinquent amounts due to the City or fees and/or charges owed to the City. The requirements for this listing are outlined in the exhibits.