Title
Aviation Water Treatment Chemicals
Action
Action:
A. Approve a unit price contract with ChemTreat, Inc. for the purchase of water treatment chemicals for a term of three years, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contract for up to two, one-year terms with possible price adjustments and to amend the contract consistent with the purpose for which the contract was approved.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Haley Gentry, Aviation
Jack Christine, Aviation
Explanation
§ This contract will provide for a water treatment chemical program for the West Central Chiller plant, Central Energy Plant, and various other systems throughout the airport campus.
§ On September 9, 2025, the city issued an Invitation to Bid; two bids were received.
§ ChemTreat, Inc. was selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
§ At renewal, potential price adjustments may be considered based on legitimate and justified increases in the cost of doing business. The ability to consider price adjustments also allows the city to accept decreases, if warranted.
§ Annual expenditures are estimated to be $135,000.
Charlotte Business INClusion
Contract goals were not established for this contract because there were no certified MWSBEs available within the city’s database capable of performing the required work or providing the necessary goods. This determination was made based on a comprehensive search by CBI and relevant departments, utilizing the city’s vendor registration system, relevant market research, and an assessment of the work required by the contract.
Fiscal Note
Funding: Aviation Operating Budget