Submitted By: Rusella Bowes-Johnson
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Presentation By: Sean Lanier
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Department: Water & Sewer
STAFF RECOMMENDATION (Motion Ready):
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Approve a two-year agreement with Univar USA for hydrofluosilicic acid supply and delivery at Water Treatment Plant No. 1 with an aggregate expenditure of $83,200
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OCALA’S RELEVANT STRATEGIC GOALS:
Operational Excellence
PROOF OF PUBLICATION:
Bid released to public: 01/11/2024
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BACKGROUND:
The Water Resources Department is requesting approval of contract # WRS/240280 utilizing Univar USA to provide 23 percent hydrofluosilicic acid at Water Treatment Plant No. 1 (WTP #1). Approximately 16,000 gallons are used annually. Fluoride is added to the potable water produced at WTP #1 to help prevent tooth decay.
FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS:
On January 11, 2024, the City issued its Invitation to Bid (“ITB”) No. WRS/240280 for the supply and delivery of hydrofluosilicic acid (H2SiF6) for WTP #1. Univar USA was the sole responsive and responsible bidder, with a quote of $2.60 per gallon. Univar USA was the previous provider and their previous price was $2.77 per gallon.
Staff recommends the award of Contract No.: WRS/240280 to Univar USA for the provision of hydrofluosilicic acid with an initial term of two-years and the option for two consecutive one-year renewal terms.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The Water Resources Department has budgeted sufficient funds in the FY24 and will have funds budgeted for FY25 in account string 455-030-301-533-53-52010.
PROCUREMENT REVIEW:
These goods have been procured in compliance with the City’s Procurement Policy.
LEGAL REVIEW:
This Agreement will be reviewed and approved as to form and legality by City Attorney, William E. Sexton.
ALTERNATIVE:
• Approve with Changes
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• Deny