SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION:
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Authorize a purchase order to Odyssey Manufacturing of Tampa, FL for Liquid Sodium Hypochlorite in the annual not-to exceed amount of $485,000 for the period of January 17, 2020 through January 16, 2021 with two one-year renewal options at the City’s discretion and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)
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SUMMARY:
Purchasing issued Invitation to Bid (ITB) #13-20, Liquid Sodium Hypochlorite on November 14, 2019. Two bids were received on December 17, 2019. Odyssey Manufacturing Company of Tampa, FL represents the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.
Liquid Sodium Hypochlorite (bleach) is used as a disinfectant at the City of Clearwater’s potable water treatment plants, water reclamation facilities, and reclaimed water pump stations, to maintain regulatory compliance with the City’s Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) operating permits.
The initial contract period will be from January 17, 2020 through January 16, 2021 with the option for two one-year term renewal terms available to the City. Renewal Terms allow for cost increases based on the Producer Price Index #061303 Alkalies and Chlorine, including natural sodium carbonate and sulfate; renewal prices shall be firm for the respective annual term.
APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT:
Budgeted funds for FY20 are available in various Public Utilities cost centers, cost code 551000 Lab Supplies - Chemicals:
Funding for future fiscal years (FY21 through FY23) will be requested within contract calendar and spending limits.