Title
Wastewater Treatment Chemicals
Action
Action:
A. Approve unit price contracts for the purchase of wastewater treatment chemicals for six months to the following:
‒ JCI Jones Chemicals, Inc.,
‒ Olin Corporation dba Olin Chlor Alkali Products, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contracts for up to three, six-month terms with possible price adjustments and to amend the contracts consistent with the purpose for which the contracts were approved.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Angela Charles, Charlotte Water
Ron Hargrove, Charlotte Water
Explanation
§ These contracts will provide a variety of chemicals that are necessary in the water and wastewater treatment processes to ensure the treated water is safe for customers and the environment.
§ On May 25, 2022, the City issued two Invitation to Bids (ITBs) for various wastewater treatment chemicals; nine bids were received for ITB #1 and four bids were received for ITB #2.
§ The companies selected are the lowest responsive, responsible bidders.
§ Annual expenditures are estimated to be $1,500,000.
Charlotte Business INClusion
Per Charlotte INClusion Policy: Part C: Section 2.1(a) The City shall not establish subcontracting goals for contracts where (a) there are no subcontracting opportunities identified for the contract; or (b) there are no SBEs, MBEs, or WBEs (as applicable) certified to perform the scopes of work that the City regards as realistic opportunities for subcontracting.
This contract meets the provision of (a) - No subcontracting opportunities.
Fiscal Note
Funding: Charlotte Water Operating Budget