R-11-12-15-11E1 - 12/15/2011 RESOLUTION NO. R-11-12-15-11E1
WHEREAS, the City of Round Rock has duly advertised for bids for the purchase of water
treatment chemicals, and
WHEREAS, Fort Bend Services, Inc. has submitted the lowest responsible bid, and
WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to accept the bid of Fort Bend Services, Inc., Now
Therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROUND ROCK,TEXAS,
That the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to execute on behalf of the City an
Agreement for Purchase of Water Treatment Chemicals Belt Press Polymer (55 Gallon Drums) From
Fort Bend Services, Inc., a copy of said Agreement being attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and
incorporated herein, and
The City Council hereby finds and declares that written notice of the date, hour, place and
subject of the meeting at which this Resolution was adopted was posted and that such meeting was
open to the public as required by law at all times during which this Resolution and the subject matter
hereof were discussed, considered and formally acted upon, all as required by the Open Meetings Act,
Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, as amended.
RESOLVED this 15th day of December, 2011.
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ALAN MCGRAW, Mayor
City of Round Rock,Texas
ATTEST:
SARA L. WHITE, City Secretary
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CITY OF ROUND ROCK AGREEMENT
FOR PURCHASE OF WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS
BELT PRESS POLYMER(55 GAL. DRUMS) FROM
FORT BEND SERVICES,INC.
THE STATE OF TEXAS §
CITY OF ROUND ROCK § KNOW ALL BY THESE PRESENTS:
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON §
COUNTY OF TRAVIS
That this Agreement for purchase of belt press polymer (55 gal. drums), and for related
goods and services, referred to herein as the "Agreement," is made and entered into on this the
day of the month of , 2011, by and between the CITY OF ROUND
ROCK, TEXAS, a home-rule municipality whose offices are located at 221 East Main Street,
Round Rock, Texas 78664,referred to herein as the"City," and FORT BEND SERVICES, INC.,
whose offices are located at Post Office Box 1688, Stafford, Texas 77497-1688, referred_ to
herein as the "Vendor." This Agreement supersedes and replaces any previous agreements
between the named parties, whether oral or written, and whether or not established by custom
and practice.
RECITALS:
WHEREAS, City desires to purchase belt press polymer (55 gal. drums), and associated
goods and services,and City desires to purchase same from Vendor; and
WHEREAS, City has issued its "Invitation for Bid" for the provision of said goods, and
City has selected the bid submitted by Vendor; and
WHEREAS, the parties desire to enter into this Agreement to set forth in writing their
respective rights,duties, and obligations;
NOW,THEREFORE,WITNESSETH:
That for and in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein and other good and
valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged,the parties
mutually agree as follows:
1.01 DEFINITIONS
A. Agreement means the binding legal contract between City and Vendor whereby
City is obligated to buy specified goods and Vendor is obligated to sell same. The Agreement
includes the following: (a) City's Invitation for Bid designated IFB 11-024, Specification
Number 11-885-00 dated May 2011; (b) Vendor's Response to IFB; (c) contract award; and (d)
any exhibits, addenda, and/or amendments thereto. Any inconsistencies or conflicts in the
contract documents shall be resolved by giving preference in the following order:
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(1) This Agreement;
(2) Purchaser's Response to IFB;
(3) City's Invitation for Bids, exhibits, and attachments.
B. City means the City of Round Rock, Williamson and Travis Counties, Texas.
C. Effective Date means the date upon which the binding signatures of both parties
to this Agreement are affixed.
D. Force Majeure means acts of God, strikes, lockouts, or other industrial
disturbances, acts of the public enemy, orders of any kind from the government of the United
States or the State of Texas or any civil or military authority, insurrections, riots, epidemics,
landslides, lightning, earthquakes, fires, hurricanes, storms, floods, restraint of the government
and the people, civil disturbances, explosions, or other causes not reasonably within the control
of the party claiming such inability.
E. Goods mean the specified supplies, materials, commodities, or equipment.
F. Vendor means Fort Bend Services, Inc., or any of its successors or assigns.
2.01 EFFECTIVE DATE,INITIAL TERM,AND ALLOWABLE RENEWALS
A. This Agreement shall be effective on the date it has been signed by both parties
hereto, and shall remain in full force and effect unless and until it expires by operation of the
term stated herein, or until terminated or extended as provided herein.
B. The term of this Agreement shall be for three (3) consecutive twelve-month
periods from the effective date hereof. After that term, this Agreement may be renewed for
successive terms of twelve (12) months each, not to exceed in the aggregate two (2) such
renewals, with such renewals to occur on or before the expiration date of the preceding term, and
with such renewals being absolutely predicated upon the express written agreement of both
parties. Such renewals are permitted only provided Vendor has performed each and every
contractual obligation specified in this original Agreement.
C. Prices shall be firm for the duration of this Agreement and for any renewal
periods. No separate line item charges shall be permitted for invoicing purposes, including but
not limited to equipment rental, demurrage, costs associated with obtaining permits, or any other
extraneous charges. City may permit"unit price" adjustments upwards only as a result of a cost
increase in goods or services in accordance with the Producers Price Index located at
hM://stats.bls. og_y/ppi/home.htm. Any price increase shall be requested by Vendor in writing
and accompanied by the appropriate documentation to justify the requested increase. Vendor
may offer price decreases in excess of the allowable percentage change.
D. City reserves the right to review the relationship at any time, and may elect to
terminate this Agreement with or without cause or may elect to continue.
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3.01 CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND EXHIBITS
City selected Vendor as the integrator of choice to supply the goods as outlined in IFB
11-024, Specification Number 11-885-00 dated May 2011, and Response to IFB submitted by
Vendor, all as specified in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof for all purposes.
The intent of these documents is to formulate an Agreement listing the responsibilities of both
parties as outlined in the IFB and as offered by Vendor in its Response to the IFB.
The goods which are the subject matter of this Agreement are described in Exhibit "A"
and, together with this Agreement, comprise the total Agreement and they are fully a part of this
Agreement as if repeated herein in full.
4.01 ITEMS AWARDED
Only the bid item#9 on Exhibit"A,"which is specifically indicated as belt press polymer
(55 gal. drums), is awarded to Vendor.
5.01 COSTS
Estimated annual usage quantity is 1,320 gallons, and the unit price is $12.03 per unit.
Bid costs listed on Exhibit "A," which are specifically relevant to the referenced bid item #9,
shall be the basis of any charges collected by Vendor.
6.01 INVOICES
All invoices shall include, at a minimum, the following information:
A. Name and address of Vendor;
B. Purchase Order Number;
C. Description and quantity of items received; and
D. Delivery dates.
7.01 INTERLOCAL COOPERATIVE CONTRACTING/PURCHASING
Authority for local governments to contract with one another to perform certain
governmental functions and services, including but not limited to purchasing functions, is
granted under Government Code, Title 7, Chapter 791, Interlocal Cooperation Contracts,
Subchapter B and Subchapter C, and Local Government Code, Title 8, Chapter 271, Subchapter
F, Section 271.101 and Section 271.102.
Other governmental entities within the State of Texas may be extended the opportunity to
purchase off of the City of Round Rock's bid, with the consent and agreement of the successful
vendor(s) and Round Rock. Such agreement shall be conclusively inferred for the vendor from
lack of exception to this clause in the vendor's response. However, all parties hereby expressly
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agree that the City of Round Rock is not an agent of,partner to, or representative of those outside
agencies or entities and that the City of Round Rock is not obligated or liable for any action or
debts that may arise out of such independently-negotiated"piggyback"procurements.
8.01 NON-APPROPRIATION AND FISCAL FUNDING
This Agreement is a commitment of City's current revenues only. It is understood and
agreed that City shall have the right to terminate this Agreement at the end of any City fiscal year
if the governing body of City does not appropriate funds sufficient to purchase the services as
determined by City's budget for the fiscal year in question. City may effect such termination by
giving Vendor a written notice of termination at the end of its then-current fiscal year.
9.01 PROMPT PAYMENT POLICY
In accordance with Chapter 2251, V.T.C.A., Texas Government Code, any payment to be
made by City to Vendor will be made within thirty (30) days of the date City receives goods
under this Agreement, the date the performance of the services under this Agreement are
completed, or the date City receives a correct invoice for the goods or services, whichever is
later. Vendor may charge interest on an overdue payment at the"rate in effect" on September 1
of the fiscal year in which the payment becomes overdue, in accordance with V.T.C.A., Texas
Government Code, Section 2251.025(b). This Prompt Payment Policy does not apply to
payments made by City in the event:
A. There is a bona fide dispute between 'City and Vendor, a contractor,
subcontractor, or supplier about the goods delivered or the service performed that
causes the payment to be late; or
B. There is a bona fide dispute between Vendor and a subcontractor or between a
subcontractor and its supplier about the goods delivered or the service performed
that causes the payment to be late; or
C. The terms of a federal contract, grant, regulation, or statute prevent City from
making a timely payment with federal funds; or
D. The invoice is not mailed to City in strict accordance with any instruction on the
purchase order relating to the payment.
10.01 GRATUITIES AND BRIBES
City may, by written notice to Vendor, cancel this Agreement without incurring any
liability to Vendor if it is determined by City that gratuities or bribes in the form of
entertainment, gifts, or otherwise were offered or given by Vendor or its agents or
representatives to any City officer, employee or elected representative with respect to the
performance of this Agreement. In addition, Vendor may be subject to penalties stated in Title 8
of the Texas Penal Code.
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11.01 TAXES
City is exempt from Federal Excise and State Sales Tax; therefore, tax shall not be
included in Vendor's charges.
12.01 ORDERS PLACED WITH ALTERNATE VENDORS
If Vendor cannot provide the goods as specified, City reserves the right and option to
obtain the products from another supplier or suppliers.
13.01 INSURANCE
Vendor shall meet all requirements as stated in the attached Invitation for Bid No. IFB
11-024(including all attachments and exhibits), and its bid response.
14.01 CITY'S REPRESENTATIVE
City hereby designates the following representative(s) authorized to act in its behalf with
regard to this Agreement:
Kim Lutz
Public Works
Operations and Maintenance—WTP
5494 North IH-35
Round Rock, TX 78664
512-341-3333
15.01 RIGHT TO ASSURANCE
Whenever either party to this Agreement, in good faith, has reason to question the other
party's intent to perform hereunder, then demand may be made to the other party for written
assurance of the intent to perform. In the event that no written assurance is given within the
reasonable time specified when demand is made, then and in that event the demanding party may
treat such failure as an anticipatory repudiation of this Agreement.
16.01 DEFAULT
If Vendor abandons or defaults hereunder and is a cause of City purchasing the specified
goods elsewhere, Vendor agrees that it may be charged the difference in cost, if any, and that it
will not be considered in the re-advertisement of the service and that it may not be considered in
future bids for the same type of work unless the scope of work is significantly changed.
Vendor shall be declared in default of this Agreement if it does any of the following:
A. Fails to make any payment in full when due;
B. Fails to fully, timely and faithfully perform any of its material obligations
hereunder;
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C. Fails to provide adequate assurance of performance under the "Right to
Assurance" section herein; or
D. Becomes insolvent or seeks relief under the bankruptcy laws of the United States.
17.01 TERMINATION AND SUSPENSION
A. City has the right to terminate this Agreement, in whole or in part, for
convenience and without cause, at any time upon thirty(30) days' written notice to Vendor.
B. In the event of any default by Vendor, City has the right to terminate this
Agreement for cause, upon ten(10)days' written notice to Vendor.
C. Vendor has the right to terminate this Agreement only for cause, in the event of
material and substantial breach by City,or by written mutual agreement to terminate.
D. In the event City terminates under subsections (A) or (B) of this section, the
following shall apply: Upon City's delivery of the referenced notice to Vendor, Vendor shall
discontinue all services in connection with the performance of this Agreement and shall proceed
to cancel promptly all existing orders and contracts insofar as such orders and contracts are
chargeable to this Agreement. Within thirty (30) days after such notice of termination, Vendor
shall submit a statement showing in detail the goods and/or services satisfactorily performed
under this Agreement to the date of termination. City shall then pay Vendor that portion of the
charges, if undisputed. The parties agree that Vendor is not entitled to compensation for services
it would have performed under the remaining term of the Agreement except as provided herein.
18.01 INDEMNIFICATION
Vendor shall defend (at the option of City), indemnify, and hold City, its successors,
assigns, officers, employees and elected officials harmless from and against all suits, actions,
legal proceedings, claims, demands, damages, costs, expenses, attorney's fees, and any and all
other costs or fees arising out of, or.incident to, concerning or resulting from the fault of Vendor,
or Vendor's agents, employees or subcontractors, in the performance of Vendor's obligations
under this Agreement, no matter how,or to whom, such loss may occur. Nothing herein shall be
deemed to limit the rights of City or Vendor (including, but not limited to the right to seek
contribution)against any third party who may be liable for an indemnified claim.
19.01 COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS,CHARTER AND ORDINANCES
Vendor, its agents, employees and subcontractors shall use best efforts to comply with all
federal and state laws, City's Charter and Ordinances, as amended, and with all applicable rules
and regulations promulgated by local, state and national boards,bureaus and agencies.
20.01 ASSIGNMENT AND DELEGATION
The parties hereby bind themselves, their successors, assigns and legal representatives to
each other with respect to the terms of this Agreement. Neither party shall assign, sublet or
transfer any interest in this Agreement without prior written authorization of the other party.
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21.01 NOTICES
All notices and other communications in connection with this Agreement shall be in
writing and shall be considered given as follows:
1. When delivered personally to recipient's address as stated in this Agreement; or
2. Three (3) days after being deposited in the United States mail, with postage
prepaid to the recipient's address as stated in this Agreement.
Notice to Vendor:
Fort Bend Services, Inc.
Post Office Box 1688
Stafford, TX 77497-1688
Notice to City:
Assistant City Manager Stephen L. Sheets, City Attorney
221 East Main Street AND TO: 309 East Main Street
Round Rock, TX 78664 Round Rock, TX 78664
Nothing contained herein shall be construed to restrict the transmission of routine
communications between representatives of City and Vendor.
22.01 APPLICABLE LAW; ENFORCEMENT AND VENUE
This Agreement shall be enforceable in Round Rock, Texas, and if legal action is
necessary by either party with respect to the enforcement of any or all of the terms or conditions
herein, exclusive venue for same shall lie in Williamson County, Texas. This Agreement shall be
governed by and construed in accordance with the laws and court decisions of the State of Texas.
23.01 EXCLUSIVE AGREEMENT
This document, and all appended documents, constitutes the entire Agreement between
Vendor and City. This Agreement may only be amended or supplemented by mutual agreement
of the parties hereto in writing,duly authorized by action of the City Manager or City Council.
24.01 DISPUTE RESOLUTION
If a dispute or claim arises under this Agreement, the parties agree to first try to resolve
the dispute or claim by appropriate internal means, including referral to each party's senior
management. If the parties cannot reach a mutually satisfactory resolution,then and in that event
any such dispute or claim will be sought to be resolved with the help of a mutually selected
mediator. If the parties cannot agree on a mediator, City and Vendor shall each select a mediator
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and the two mediators shall agree upon a third mediator. Any costs and fees, other than attorney
fees, associated with the mediation shall be shared equally by the parties.
City and Vendor hereby expressly agree that no claims or disputes between the parties
arising out of or relating to this Agreement or a breach thereof shall be decided by any arbitration
proceeding, including without limitation, any proceeding under the Federal Arbitration Act (9
USC Section 1-14)or any applicable state arbitration statute.
25.01 SEVERABILITY
The invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability of any provision of this Agreement or the
occurrence of any event rendering any portion or provision of this Agreement void shall in no
way affect the validity or enforceability of any other portion or provision of this Agreement. Any
such void provision shall be deemed severed from this Agreement, and the balance of this
Agreement shall be construed and enforced as if this Agreement did not contain the particular
portion or provision held to be void. The parties further agree to amend this Agreement to
replace any stricken provision with a valid provision that comes as close as possible to the intent
of the stricken provision. The provisions of this section shall not prevent this entire Agreement
from being void should a provision which is of the essence of this Agreement be determined to
be void.
26.01 MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
Standard of Care. Vendor represents that it employs trained, experienced and
competent persons to perform all of the services, responsibilities and duties specified herein and
that such services, responsibilities and duties shall be performed in a manner according to
generally accepted industry practices.
Time is of the Essence. Vendor understands and agrees that time is of the essence and
that any failure of Vendor to fulfill obligations for each portion of this Agreement within the
agreed timeframes will constitute a material breach of this Agreement. Vendor shall be fully
responsible for its delays or for failures to use best efforts in accordance with the terms of this
Agreement. Where damage is caused to City due to Vendor's failure to perform in these
circumstances, City may pursue any remedy available without waiver of any of City's additional
legal rights or remedies.
Force Majeure. Neither City nor Vendor shall be deemed in violation of this Agreement
if it is prevented from performing any of its obligations hereunder by reasons for which it is not
responsible as defined herein. However,notice of such impediment or delay in performance must
be timely given,and all reasonable efforts undertaken to mitigate its effects.
Multiple Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in multiple counterparts, any
one of which shall be considered an original of this document; and all of which, when taken
together, shall constitute one and the same instrument.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, City and Vendor have executed this Agreement on the dates
indicated.
City of Round Rock,Texas Fort Bend Services,Inc.
By: By:
Printed Name: Printed Name: 9vid James
Title: Title: Sales Manager
Date Signed: Date Signed: October 17, 2011
Attest:
By:
Sara L.White,City Secretary
For City,Approved as to Form:
By:
Stephan L. Sheets,City Attorney
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INVITATION FOR BID(IFB)
CITY OF ROUND ROCK PURCHASING OFFICE
221 E.Main Street
Round Rock,Texas 78664299
Solicitation Information:
Responses are due to the Purchasing Office Water Treatment Chemicals
Solicitation Number 11-024
at the above address by 3:00 pm,July 19,2011. Opening Date: 07/1912011
Opening Time: 3:00pm
Response Location:
Show solicitation opening date&solicitation number in lower left 221 E.Main Street
hand comer of sealed response envelope with return address of Council Chambers
responding firm. Round Rods,TX 78664
Facsimile and e-mail responses shalt not be accepted. Retum signed one original and three copies of response.
Respondent shall sign below
INVOICE TO: Fal sign caqRalVe shall disclua#fy response.
CITY OF ROUND ROCK 06/30/2011
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
221 EAST MAIN STREET S19 Date
ROUND ROCK,TEXAS 78664-5299
Davin .TamPc
Print Name
Respond F.O.B.Destination,Freight prepaid and allowed unless
otherwise specified below
SEE 1.7 OF SOLICITATION INSTRUCTIONS
DESTINATION: TAX ID NO.:74-2144642
CITY OF ROUND ROCK
VARIOUS LOCATIONS LEGAL BUSINESS NAME: Fort
Bend Services. Inc-
ADDRESS: PO 1688 Stafford, Texas 77497-1688
CONTACT: David James
TELEPHONENO: 281-261-5199
BUSINESS ENTITY TYPE:Water and Wastewater Treatment
E-MAIL: djames@fortbendservices.com
By the signature hereon affixed,the respondent hereby certifies that neither the respondent nor the entity represented by the respondent,or anyone
aging for such entity has violated the antitrust laws of the State,codified In Section 15.01 at seq.,Texas business and commerce Code,or the Federal
antitrust laws,nor communicated directly or indirectly,the response made to any competitor or any other person engaged in such line of business.
Respondent agrees to comply with all Conditions set forth In Clic solicitation.
BID SHEET
QUANITY EXTENSION
ITEM CLASS&ITEM DESCRIPTION Ea.. t*d Annual UNIT OF MEASURE UNIT PRICE Ealk—led Annual
Usapa Usage
1 855.00 CHLORINE(TON CYLINDERS) 200 TON No Bid
2 855.00 CHLORINE(150 lb.CYLINDERS) 300 TON No Bid
SAMPLE TESTING REQUIRED
3 855.00 LIQUID ALUMINUM SULFATE 190 DRY TON NO Bid
4 555-00 SAMPLE TESTING REQUIRED 287 DRY TON No Bid
LIQUID ALUMINUM SULFATE vol 2%COPPER SULFATE
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5 855.00 HYDROFLUOSILM ACID 23% 11,000 GALLON NO Bid
SAMPLE TESTING REQUIRED
6 855-00 LIQUID CATIONIC POLYMER(55 GAL DRUMS) 18.000 GALLON NO Bid
7 855-00 POTASSIUM PERMANGANATE-FREE FLOWING 12.500 LBS NO Bid
8 855.00 POTASSIUM PERMANGANATE-LIQUID 12,500 LBS NO Bid
SAMPLE TESTING REQUIRED
9 � BELT PRESS POLYMER(55 GAL DRUMS) 1'320 GALLON $12.03 $15,874.32
10 855x0 LIQUID AMMONIUMSULFATE(LAS) 90.000 GALLON NO Bid
11 1 855-00 LIQUID AMMONIUM SULFATE(LAS)(55 GAL DRUMS) 550 GALLON NO Bid
GRAND TOTAL $15,874.32
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SOLICITATION NUMBER
11-024
SPECIFICATION NUMBER
11.885M
DATEDMAY 2011
RESPONDENT'S REFERENCE SHEET
PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS FORM WITH THE SOLICITATION RESPONSE
SOLICITATION NUMBER: 11-024
RESPONDENT'SNAME; Fort Bend Services, Inc-DATE: 06/30/2011
Provide the name, address, telephone number and point of contact of at least three(3)firms applicable to
Municipal and/or Government projects that have utilized similar service for at least two(2) years.
References may be checked prior to award. Any negative responses received may result in
disqualification of solicitation
1. Company's Name City of the Colony
Name of Contact Jason Fulco
Title of Contact Wastewater. Supervisor
E-Mail Address jfulco@tbecolonytx.gov
Present Address 1 Harris Plaza
City, State, Zip Code The Colony, Texas 75056
Telephone Number ( 972 ) 624-2253 Fax Number: ( )
2. Company's Name Brownsville Public. Utilities Board
Name of Contact Judy Adams
Tide of Contact Water/Wastewater Treatment Manager
E-Mail Address )Adams@brownsville-pub.com
Present Address 3208 Robindale Road
City, State,Zip Code Brownsville, Texas 78521
Telephone Number ( 956 ) 545-7536 Fax Number: ( }
3. Company's Name City of Gonzales
Name pf Contact Cary Shock
Title of Contact Water/Wastewater Supervisor
E-Mail Address waterglant@cityofgonzales.org
Present Address End of Remshel Street
City, State,Zip Code Gonzales. Texas 78629 _
Telephone Number ( 830 ) 672-3525 Fax Number: ( }
FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE REQUIRED INFORMATION WITH THE SOLICITATION RESPONSE MAY
AUTOMATICALLY DISQUALIFY THE RESPONSE FROM CONSIDERATION FOR AWARD..
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SOLIWATION NUMBER
11-024
SPEGFlCATK N NUMBER
11-88540
DATED:MAY 2011
RESPONDENTS REFERENCE SHEET
PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS FORM WITH THE SOLICITATION RESPONSE
SOLICITATION NUMBER: 11-024
RESPONDENTS NAME: Fort Bend Services,Inc. DATE: 06/30/2011
Provide the name,address,telephone number and point of contact of at least three(3)firms applicable to
Municipal and/or Government projects that have utilized similar service for at least two(2)years.
References may be checked prior to award. Any negative responses received may result in
disqualification of solicitation.
1. Company's Name Tower of Flower Mound
Name of Contact BJ Kaiser
Title of Contact WWW Supervisor
E-Mail Address
Present Address 1101 Duncan Road
City,State,Zip Code m„an pf Flower Mrumrl TPx^c 7%n2R
Telephone Number ( 972 )874-3152 Fax Number.( )
2. Company's Name City of Marble Falls
Name of Contac Johnny Long
Title of Contact Wastewater Supervisor
E-Mail Address jinn yor r
Present Address
City,State,Zip Code Marble Falls, Texas 78654
Telephone Number ( 512 )755-9710 Fax Number.( )
3. Company's Name City of Gonzales
Name of Contact Gary Shock
Title of Contact W * r and *tanto .t- Supprvi-mr
E-Mail Address
Present Address End of Remshel Street
City,State,Zip Code Gnn7.alps, TPx a-, 79679
Telephone Number ( 830 )672-3525 Fax Number:( )
FAILURE TO PRO*%4DE THE REQUIRED INFORMATION WITH THE SOLICITATION RESPONSE MAY
AUTOMATICALLY DISQUALIFY THE RESPONSE FROM CONSIDERATION FOR AWARD.
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ROUND ROCK TEXAS
PUfiPCKE R1S516K
PRCKMITY
CITY OF ROUND ROCK,TEXAS
INVITATION FOR BID
FOR WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS
Solicitation No. 11-0 4 Addendum No. 1 Date of Addendum: May 24.2011
Please note the questions and answers,revisions or additions to the solicitation referenced above.
1. Q: What additional specifications can the City provide for the Coagulant Aide Polymer?
A: Polydadmac Polymer is preferred.
2. Q: What additional specifications can the City provide for the Belt Press Polymer?
A: The molecular weight is high.
The bulk density is 1.02.
The viscosity(cps)is 1200.
The belt cake is typically 12 to 14°A.
3. Q: Should Polymers be no less than or no more than .35%water soluble iron?
A: Polymers should be no morIe than.36%water soluble iron.
4. Q: Are vendor site visits permitted to the water treatment plan?
A: No.
5. Q: Which chemicals specified in the bid are not liquids?
A Potassium Permanganate and Chlorine are not liquids.
Approved by
Joy Baggett, Purchaser
By the signatures affixed below,Addendum No. 1 is hereby incorporated into and made a part of the
above referenced solicitation.
ACKNOWLEDGED
Fort Bend Services, Inc. -4 06/30/2011
Vendor Autficea id
S' ure Date
RETURN ONE COPY SIGNED COPY OF THIS ADDENDUM TO THE PURCHASING OFFICE WITH
YOUR SEALED PROPOSAL. FAILURE TO DO$O MAY AUTOMATICALLY DISQUALIFY YOUR
RESPONSE FROM CONSIDERATION FOR AWARD.
CITY OF ROUND ROCK, TEXAS
INVITATION FOR BID
FOR WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS
Solicitation No. 11-024 Addendum No. 2 Date of Addendum: July 12, 2011
Please note the questions and answers, revisions or additions to the solicitation referenced above.
0: How much Chlorine is delivered at a time?
A: A typical delivery of one ton containers is 8 units sometimes 12 units during heavy usage.
The ISO lb, cylinders vary from 4 to 112. Average usage of the 1501b. containers is
approximately 900 lb. per week.
2. Q: The unit of measure for Potassium Permanganate Free Flowing is 55 gallon drums. Will the City
accept a bid and delivery of 55#drums also?
A: Yes. Please clearly indicate this unit of measure difference in the Response so the City
may easily compare pricing.
3. 0: How much Hydrofluosificic Acid 23% is delivered at a time?
A: The City usually gets deliveries via truck periodically throughout the year. There are two
locations. one with a 2,500 gallon tank the other has a 2,000 gallon tank. The City
�nali coorainate the dc-livery so that an entire load can be delivered at once.
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Can the City provide the previous chemical l" i 12
tions'
tabtions`
A: Yes. Previous tabulations attached,
5. 0: Does this solicitation offer any Interlocal Agreement opportunities?
A: Yes. The City currently participates in Interlocal Purchasing Agreements with the cities of
College Station, Duncanville, Richardson, Hurst, Georgetown, Cedar Park and Fort Worth,
the Village of Salado, the Texas Conference of Urban Counties,Tarrant County,
Williamson County, and the Houston-Galveston Area Council. These agreements permit
participating agencies the option to enter into agreements with'the City's winning
Respondents for the specified commodity at the established contract price. Winning
Respondent shall have the option to enter into said agreement.
Approved by
Joy Baggeft, Purchaser
By the signatures affixed below,Addendum No. 2 is hereby incorporated into and made a part of the above
referenced solicitation.
ACKNOWLEDGED 71ft Iii
Vendor Authorized!iIalure Date
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Joy Baggett
To: David James
Subject: RE: Notice to Bidders-Solicitation#11-024 Water Treatment Chemicals-Addendum#2
David,
Does the information contained on the addendum alter your response?
If so, please resubmit your response. If not, please sign and e-mail the addendum to me. I'll include it with your
response.
'`i�ttx;�n acxs:.irxas
Joy Baggett
Purchaser
Purchasing Department
512-218-6682
ibaggett(ZDround-rock.tx.us
From: David James [mailto:DJames@fortbendservices.com]
Sent: Monday,July 11, 20114:55 PM
To: Joy Baggett
Subject: RE: Notice to Bidders - Solicitation #11-024 Water Treatment Chemicals-Addendum #2
Hello Ms. Baggett,
I am David James, Sales Manager with Fort Bend Services, Inc.
We just received your addendum#2 today. Unfortunately, we have
already submitted our bid to you.What steps should we take to make
sure our bid does not get disqualified?
From: Joy Baggett[mailto:jbaggett@round-rock.tx.us]
Sent: Monday,July 11, 20114:39 PM
To: undisclosed-recipients
Subject: Notice to Bidders-Solicitation #11-024 Water Treatment Chemicals -Addendum #2
NOTICE TO BIDDERS — ADDENDUM #2
Sealed bids addressed to the Purchasing Office, City of Round Rock, 221 E. Main Street, Round Rock, Texas
786645299,for:
WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS
will be received prior to 3:00 P.M., July 19, 2011 then be publicly opened and read aloud. IFB documents may be
obtained from the Purchasing Office at the above address or downloaded from the City website at
http://www.roundrocktexas.00v/homefindex.as2?page=462.
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Joy Baggett
Purchaser
Purchasing Department
512-218-6682
jbaggett(c-round-rock.tx.us
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FORT BEND SERVICES,INC-
13303 REDFISH LANE
STAFFORD, TX 77477
Tel: (800) 933-3678 Fax: (281) 261-2295
Technical Data Sheet
FBS-5800
Appearance Opaque liquid
Ionic character Cationic
Charge Density High
Molecular weight Medium
Approx. bulk density 8.55
Specific gravity 1.025
Active content(%) 47
Bulk viscosity(cps) 1200
Maximum concentration(gll) 10
Stability of D.I. solution(days) I
Dilution to obtain 5 gll active content(cps) 94
Approx. viscosity @ 5 gll active content(cps) 1100
Storage temperature("C) 5-35
Shelf life(months) 6
The data in this Technical Data Sheet is;provided for miorowtion only h is correct to the best ofour knowledge
Inform hon and belief at the date of its publication. It does not constitute a specifwation and no liability is assumes►
Nor<ree&- e*tingpatents..
Print date: 0119/2010
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FORT BEND SERVICES,INC
13303 REDFISH L4NE
STAFFORD, TX 77477
Tel: (800) 933-3678 Fax: (281)261-2295
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT AND THE COMPANY
FBS-5800
Supplier: Fort Bend Services,Inc.
13303 Redfish Lane
Stafford,Tx 77477
Tel: 800-933-3678 Fax`. 281-261-2295
2. COMPOSITION/1NFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Identification ofthe preparation: Cationic water-soluble polymer in emulsion.
Hazardous characteristics(irritation)were observod only in the product when
tated as a whoic,not in individual components:
Identification ofthe substance:
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Irritating to eyes and skim
Spills produce extremely slippery surfaces-
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation: Move to fresh air.
Skin contact: Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. In case of
Persistent skin irritation,consult a physician.
Eye contact. Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water,also under the eyelids. In
case of persistent eye irritation,consult a physician.
Ingestion: The product is not considered toxic based on studies on laboratory
animals.
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'S. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media: Water,water spray,foam,carbon dioxide(CO2),
dry powder
Special f re fighting precautions: Spills produce extremely slippery surfaces.
Protective equipment for firefighters: No special protective equipment required.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: No special precautions required.
Environmental precautions: Do not contaminate water.
Methods for cleaning up. Do not flush water.Dam up. Soak up with inert absorbent
material. If liquid has been spilled in large quantities clean
up promptly by scoop or vacuum. Keep in suitable and
closed containers for disposal. After cleanine flush away
traces with water.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. When preparing the working solution
ensure there is adequate ventilation. When using do not smoke.
Storage: Keep in a dry,cool place(0—30°C). Keep away from heat and sources of
ignition. Freezing will affect the physical condition and may damage the
material.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering controls: Use local exhaust if misting occurs. Natural ventilation is
adequate in absence of mists.
Personal Protection eauiPment
-Respiratory protection: In case of insufficient ventilation wear suitable respiratory
equipment.
-Hand protection: Rubber gloves.
-Eye protection: Safety glasses with side-shields. Do not wear contacts.
-Skin protection: Chemical resistant apron or protective suit if splashing or
contact with solution is likely.
Hygiene measures. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and
safety practice.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Form: viscous liquid
Color. milky
Odor. aliphatic
PH. 46 @ 5 g/l for product series. see Tccwkw Bwkbn for specific value.
Flask point(°C): >1000 C
Autoignition temperature("C): >200°C
Vapour pressure(ntm Hg): 0.13 @ 20°C
Bulk density. See Technical Bulletin
Water solubility: See Technical Bulletin
Viscosity(mPa s): See Technical Bulletin
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Product is stable,No hazardous polymerization will occur. Oxidizing
agents may cause exothermic reactions.
Hazardous Thermal decomposition may produce:hydrogen,chloride gas,nitrogen
decomposition products.-oxides(Nox),carbon oxides.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity
-Oral: LD50/oral/rat>5000 mg/kg
Dermal: The results of testing on rabbits showed this material to be non-toxic
even at high dose levels.
Inhalation. The product is not expected to be toxic by inhalation.
Irritation
-Skin. Mild skin irritation.
-Eyes. Mild eye irritation.
Sensitization: The results of testing on guinea pigs showed this material to be non-
Sensitizing.
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Chronic toxicity. A two-year feeding study on rats did not reveal adverse health effects. A
one-year feeding study on dogs did not reveal adverse health effects.
Prolonged skin contact may defat the skin and produce dermatitis.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicio.
The aquatic toxicity is highly mitigated by the presence of dissolved organic carbon in the water.
Results obtained using the US EPA"Dirty Water"test show that irreversible adsorption onto
suspended matter and dissolved organics(such as humic and other organic acids)present in
natural waters,reduces the toxicity to aquatic organisms by a factor of over 10
Environmental fate.
The product is rapidly eliminated from the aquatic medium through irreversible adsorption onto
suspended matter and dissolved organics.
Bioaccumuladon. The product is not expected to bioaccumulate.
Persistence/degradability: Inherent biodegradability(Zahn-Wellen test): 80%after 28
days.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste from residaes/unused In accordance with federal,state and local regulations.
products:
Contaminated packaging: Rinse empty containers with water and use the rinse water to
prepare the working solution. Can be landfilled or incinerated,
when in compliance with local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not regulated by DOT.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
All components of this product are on the TSCA and DSL inventories.
RCRA status: Not a hazardous waste.
Hazardous waste number. Not applicable
Reportable quantity(40 CFR 302): Not applicable
Threskold planning qty(40 CFR 355): Not applicable
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California Proposition 65 information: The following statement is made in order to comply with
the California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986: This product contains a
chemical(s)known to the State of California to cause cancer: residual Acrylamide
HMIS&NFPA RATINGS HNIIS NFPA
Health: 1 1
Flammability: 1 1
Reactivity: 0 0
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Person to contact: Regulatory Affairs Manager
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge,
information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a
guidance for safe handling,use,processing,storage,transportation,disposal and release,and is
not be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to specific
material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other
materials or in any process unless specified in the text.
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SOLICITATION NUMBER
11-024
SPECIFICATION NUMBER
11-885-00
DATE: MAY 2011
CITY OF ROUND ROCK
INVITATION FOR BID
FOR
WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS
PART
GENERAL
1. PURPOSE:The City of Round Rock,herein after'City",seeks to establish a multiple year
Agreement with a qualified person,firm or corporation, herein after"Respondent°,to provide all
equipment,material and labor necessary to supply and deliver various water supply treatment
chemicals for treating potable water supplies located at various locations throughout the City.
2. DEFINITIONS,TERMS AND CONDITIONS: By submitting a response to this solicitation,the
Respondent agrees that the City's standard Definitions,Terms and Conditions shall govem unless
specifically provided for otherwise in a separate agreement or on the face of a purchase order.
Said Definitions,Terms and Conditions are subject to change without notice. It is the sole
responsibility of Respondents to stay apprised of changes. The City's Definitions,Terms and
Conditions can be obtained from the City's website at
http:Awww roundrocktexas goy/homeriindex.ast)?page=462.
3. INSURANCE: The Respondent shall meet or exceed ALL insurance requirements set forth by
the City's Insurance Requirements as identified on the City's website at
http:/Mww.roundrocktexas.gov/homerindex.aso?Rgge=462.
4. CITY CONTACT FOR SOLICITATION CLARIFICATION:For clarification of specifications,
Respondents may contact:
Joy Baggett
Purchaser
Purchasing Division
City of Round Rock
Telephone: 612-218-6682
jbaggettCakound-rock tx.us
The individual above may be contacted for clarification of the specifications of this solicitation
only. No authority is intended or implied that specifications may be amended or alternates
accepted prior to dosing date without written approval of the City's Purchasing Department.
Under no circumstances will private meetings be scheduled between Respondents and City staff.
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SOLICITATION NUMBER
11-024
SPECIFICATION NUMBER
11-885-00
DATE: MAY 2011
PART 11
INSTRUCTIONS
1. SOLICITATION SCHEDULE: It is the City's intention to comply with the following solicitation
timeline:
1.1 Solicitations released May 13,2011
1.2 Chemical Samples Due to City for Testing June 14,2011
1.3 City Response to Chemical Testing June 28, 2011
1.4 Deadline for questions July 7,2011
1.5 City responses to all questions/addendums July 12,2011
1.6 Responses due by 3:00 p.m. July 19,2011
All questions regarding the solicitation shall be submitted in writing by 5:00 p.m.on the
due date noted above. A copy of all the questions submitted and the City's response to the
questions shall be posted on our webpage,
http://www.roundrocktexas.gov/homefindex.asp?page=462. Questions shall be submitted to the
City contact named above.
The City reserves the right to modify these dates. Notice of date change will be posted to the City
website.
2. DUE DATE:Signed and sealed responses are due to the Purchasing Department on the due
date noted above. Mail or carry sealed responses to:
City of Round Rock,Texas
Purchasing Office
221 E.Main Street
Round Rock,Texas 78664-5299
2.1 Responses received after this time and date will not be considered.
2.2 Sealed responses should be clearly marked on the outside of packaging with the
solicitation title,number,due date and"DO NOT OPEN".
2.3 Facsimile or electronically transmitted responses are not acceptable.
2.4 Late submittals will be returned to Respondent unopened if return address is provided.
3. BEST VALUE EVALUATION AND CRITERIA: All responses received shall be evaluated based
on the best value for the City. In determining best value,the City may consider the following:
3.1 Purchase price and terms;
3.2 Reputation of Respondent and of Respondents goods and services;
3.3 The quality of the Respondent's goods and services;
3.4 The extent to which the goods and services meet the City's needs;
3.5 Respondent's past relationship with the City;
3.6 Any relevant criteria specifically listed in the solicitation.
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SOLICITATION NUMBER
11-024
SPECIFICATION NUMBER
11-885-00
DATE: MAY 2011
4. QUALIFICATIONS: The opening of a response shall not be construed as the City's acceptance
of such Respondent as qualified and responsive. All Respondents shall:
4.1 Be firms,corporations,individuals or partnerships normally engaged in the sale and
distribution of the specified product or service herein.
4.2 Have adequate organization,facilities,equipment and personnel to ensure prompt and
efficient service to the City.
4.3 Provide references to include the name,address,telephone number,e-mail and point of
contact of at least three entities for which the respondent has preformed similar service
and or utilized the exact technology within the past three years. Negative information
obtained in a reference check may result in Respondents disqualification.
4.4 Identify any subcontractors to be used for this project. Experience,qualifications and
references of the sub contractors shall be submitted. The City reserves the right to
approve or disapprove any and all subcontractors prior to any work being performed.
PART III
SPECIFICATIONS
1. PURPOSE:The City of Round Rock, herein after'City",seeks to establish a multiple year
Agreement with a qualified person,firm or corporation, herein after"Respondent,to provide all
equipment,material and labor necessary to supply and deliver various water supply treatment
chemicals for treating potable water supplies located at various locations throughout the City.
2. RAW WATER CHARACTERISTICS
Constituent Average Concentration or Range
Hardness 160 to 180 mg/L
Turbidity 1.5 to 4.0 NTU
Alkalinity 165 to 185 mg/L
Temperature 10 to 30 degrees Celsius
pH 7.2 to 7.8
3. CHEMICAL SPECIFICATIONS: All chemicals specified herein shall meet with the intended use,
critical requirements and delivery specifications outlined on ATTACHMENT A,herein made a
part of this solicitation.
4. CHEMICAL TESTING: Sample testing shall be required for Liquid Aluminum Sulfate,Liquid
Aluminum Sulfate with 2%Copper Sulfate, Liquid Cationic Polymer,and Belt Press Polymer prior
to response submission.
4.1 Testing instructions are specified on ATTACHMENT A,herein made a part of this
solicitation.
4.2 Testing results will be provided to Respondents via e-mail no later than June 28,2011.
4.3 Chemical approval notification from the City shall be submitted with response. Failure to
submit samples for testing and/or failure to submit approval documentation from the City
may disqualify a response for consideration for award.
5. FREIGHT: Price shall include FOB Destination,pre-paid and allowed unless otherwise specified
in writing. Price shall be inclusive of demurrage charges. No fuel surcharges shall be allowed.
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SOLICITATION NUMBER
11-024
SPECIFICATION NUMBER
11-885-00
DATE: MAY 2011
6. AGREEMENT:The term of the Agreement resulting from the solicitation may be for three(3)
consecutive twelve-month(12)periods of time from the effective date and shall remain in full
force and effect unless and until it expires by operation of the term stated or until terminated or
extended as provided herein. The City reserves the right to:
6.1 Renew the Agreement for two(2)additional periods of time not to exceed twelve(12)
months for each renewal provided bother parties agree.
6.2 Review the following at the end of each twelve-month review period:
6.2.1 Vendor performance
6.2.2 Price
6.2.3 Continuing need
6.2.4 Advancements in technologies and or service
6.3 The City may terminate the Agreement with or without cause or may continue through the
next renewal period.
6.4 Split awards may be made at the sole discretion of the City.
7. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:Respondents shall submit one(1)executed(signed)
original and two(2)copies of each response. Completed documentation shall include:
7.1 Itemized,Signed Bid Sheet
7.2 Three client references that utilize like products or services. References to include
Business Name,Contact Name,Address,Telephone,and e-mail. Failure to provide
reference information may result in disqualification. A reference form is contained as a
part of this submittal package.
7.3 Chemical test approval notification from the City.
8. ORDER QUANTITY: The quantities shown on the solicitation are estimates only. No guarantee
of any minimum or maximum purchase is made or implied. The City will only order the products
or services needed to satisfy operating requirements within budgetary constraints,which may be
more or less than indicated.
9. ACCEPTANCE: The quality and installation of material shall be to the satisfaction of the Project
Administrator. Acceptance inspection should not take more than five(5)working days. The
successful Respondent will be notified within this time frame if the materials delivered are not in
full compliance with the specifications. If any purchase order is canceled for non-acceptance,the
needed items may be purchased elsewhere and the successful Respondent may be charged the
full increase,if any,in material cost and handling.
10. DAMAGE: The successful Respondent shall be responsible for damage to the City's equipment,
property and environment,the workplace and its contents by its work,negligence in work,its
personnel and equipment.
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Solicitation#11-024
ATTACHMENT A
CHLORINE
1. All chlorine delivered shall:
1.1. Be filtered with a media removing eighteen to twenty microns prior to filling any container for
delivery to the City of Round Rock.
1.2. Be 99.5 percent pure by volume.
1.3. Contain no soluble mineral or organic substances in quantities producing deleterious or injurious
effects on the health of persons consuming water that has been treated properly with liquid chlorine.
1.4. Not to exceed 150 parts per million(ppm)moisture by weight.
1.5. Not to exceed 10 ppm lead,1 ppm mercury,3 ppm arsenic or 30 ppm of the sum of all heavy
metals.
1.6. Be in conformance with all applicable federal,state and local laws.
1.7. Have a certified weight ticket.
1.8. Be in dean,properly identified and labeled vehicles used only for the transport and delivery of
chlorine.
1.9. Use City owned equipment(e.g.;hoist apparatus,hand truck,etc.)
1.10. Be delivered to:
Water Plant
5494 N.IH 35
Round Rock,Texas 78681
And
Lake Creek Well Site
501 S.Mays
Round Rock,Texas 78664
And
Westinghouse Well Site
IH 35 and Westinghouse Road
Round Rock,Texas 78664
2. All containers shall:
2.1. Meet all applicable Department of Transportation and Chlorine Institute,Inc.standards.
2.2. Open with reasonable ease,using a wrench not greater than six inches in length.
2.3. Have a new or rebuilt valve installed prior to delivery.
2.4. Be visually inspected,vacuumed,exterior repainted,and leak tested prior to delivery.
2.5. Successfully pass hydrostatic testing at least every five years.
2.6. Have container number and tare weight dearly visible and legible.
3. The successful Respondent shall maintain a twenty-four (24) hour emergency service for liquid chlorine
emergencies that includes,at a minimum,the following:
3.1. Trained and certified personnel in hazardous materials response that shall be on-site within two(2)
hours of emergency notification from the City.
3.2. All necessary equipment and apparatus for managing and remediating any emergency leak or
release of chlorine from Respondent supplied cylinders or containers.
3.3. Procedures for the removal and disposal of defective or leaking cylinders or containers.
LIQUID ALUMINUM SULFATE
1. All Liquid Aluminum Sulfate delivered shall:
1.1. Contain no less than 8 percent water-soluble aluminum oxide.
1.2. Contain no less than.35 percent water soluble iron.
1.3. Be free of insoluble and suspended matter, including but not limited to:chips,dirt,grit and all other
foreign matter.
1.4. Possess adequate clarity for the easy reading of measuring devices.
1.5. Be in conformance with all applicable federal,state and local laws.
1.6. Have a certified weight ticket.
1.7. Be in dean,properly identified and labeled trucks used only for the transport and delivery of liquid
aluminum sulfate.
1.8. Be delivered into four 10,000-gallon bulk storage tanks through a standard 2-inch female quick
connect.
1.9. Be delivered to:
Water Plant
5494 N.IH 35
Round Rock,Texas 78681
2. Special Requirements
2.1. Respondents wishing to submit bids for Liquid Aluminum Sulfate shall obtain product(s)approval
from the City prior to submitting a bid.
2.2. Respondents shall ship,at their own expense,a sample of the product to be bid to:
Kim Lutz
2008 Enterprise Dr.
Round Rock,TX 78664
2.3. The quantity of the sample product must be at least five(5)gallons and must be received at the
above address no later than 4:00 p.m.,on June 14,2011. Results will be provided viae-mail by
June 28,2011.
LIQUID ALUMINUM SULFATE WITH 2%COPPER SULFATE
1. All Liquid Aluminum Sulfate delivered shall:
1.1. Contain no less than 8 percent water-soluble aluminum oxide.
1.2. Contain no less than.35 percent water soluble iron.
1.3. Be free of insoluble and suspended matter,including but not limited to:chips,dirt,grit and all other
foreign matter.
1.4. Possess adequate clarity for the easy reading of measuring devices.
1.5. Be delivered in conformance with all applicable federal,state and local laws.
1.6. Have a certified weight ticket.
1.7. Be in a dean,properly identified and labeled trucks used only for the transport and delivery of liquid
aluminum sulfate.
1.8. Be delivered into four 10,000-gallon bulk storage tanks through a standard 24nch female quick
connect.
1.9. Be delivered to:
Water Plant
5494 N.IH 35
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Round Rock,Texas 78681
2. Special Requirements
2.1. Respondents wishing to submit bids for Liquid Aluminum Sulfate shall obtain product approval from
the City prior to submitting a bid.
2.2. Respondents shall ship,at their own expense,a sample of the product to be bid to:
Kim Lutz
2008 Enterprise Dr.
Round Rock,TX 78664
2.3. The quantity of the sample product must be at least five(5)gallons and must be received at the
above address no later than 4:00 p.m.,on June 14,2011. Results will be provided via-e-mail by
June 28,2011.
HYDROFLUOSILICIC ACID 23%
1. All Hydrofluosilidc Acid delivered shall:
1.1. Be free of insoluble and suspended matter,including but not limited to:chips,dirt,grit and all other
foreign matter.
1.2. Contain between 20%and 30%Hydrofluosilidc Add.
1.3. Maximum dosage of 1.2 mg/L fluoride ion.
1.4. Be delivered in conformance with all applicable federal,state and local laws.
1.5. Have a certified weight ticket.
1.6. Be in a dean,properly identified and labeled trucks used only for the transport and delivery of
hydrofluosilidc add.
1.7. Be delivered into a bulk storage tank through a standard 2-inch female quick connect.
1.8. Be delivered to:
Water Plant
6494 N.IH 35
Round Rock,Texas 78681
And
Lake Creek Well Site
501 S.Mays
Round Rock,Texas 78664
2. The successful Respondent shall maintain a twenty-four(24)hour emergency service for hydrofluosilidc add
emergencies that incudes,at a minimum,the following:
2.1. Trained and certified personnel in hazardous materials response that shall be on-site within two(2)
hours of emergency notification from the City.
2.2. All necessary equipment and apparatus for managing and remediating an emergency leak or
release of hydrofluosilidc add.
COAGULANT AID(LIQUID CATIONIC POLYMER)
NOTE: Because the quality of the City's raw water changes periodically,the City is interested in receiving bids for
various weights of polymer. Data characterizing the raw water quality is included in Part III,Para.No.8 for use in
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product selection. Respondents may also submit polymer blends. The following specifications apply to all coagulant
aids:
1. All Liquid Cationic Polymer shall:
1.1. Have a high molecular weight.
1.2. Be cationic.
1.3. Be a liquid that is readily soluble in water at all concentrations.
1.4. Be effective over a pH range of 5.0 to 7.0 Standard Units.
1.5. Be effective over a temperature range from five degrees Celsius to 30 degrees Celsius.
1.6. Be resistant to chlorine.
1.7. Contain no less than.35 percent water soluble iron.
1.8. Be free of insoluble and suspended matter,including but not limited to:chips,dirt,grit and all other
foreign matter.
1.9. Possess adequate clarity for the easy reading of measuring devices.
1.10. Be delivered in conformance with all applicable federal,state and local laws.
1.11. Have a certified weight ticket.
1.12. Be in clean,properly identified and labeled fifty-five gallon drums.
1.13. Delivered to:
Water Plant
5494 N.IH 35
Round Rock,Texas 78681
2. Special Requirements
2.1. Respondents wishing to submit bids for Liquid Cationic Polymer shall obtain product approval from
the City prior to submitting a bid.
2.2. Respondents shall ship,at their own expense,a sample of the product to be bid to:
Kim Lutz
2008 Enterprise Dr.
Round Rock,TX 78664
2.3. The quantity of the sample product must be at least five(5)gallons and must be received at the
above address no later than 4:00 p.m.,on June 14,2011. Results will be provided via-e-mail by
June 28,2011.
POTASSIUM PERMANGANATE—FREE FLOWING
1. All Potassium Permanganate delivered shall:
2.1. Contain 97%granular crystalline potassium permanganate.
2.2. Contain less than 500 mg/kg chromium.
2.3. Contain less than 100 mg/kg cadmium.
2.4. Be non-clumping and free flowing with a pour test index of greater than 0.7.
2.5. Be delivered in conformance with all applicable federal,state and local laws.
2.6. Have a certified weight ticket
2.7. Be in dean,properly identified and labeled fifty-five(55)gallon drums or bulk containers.
2.8. Be delivered to
Water Plant
5494 N.IH 35
Round Rock,Texas 78681
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3. The successful Respondent shall maintain a twenty-four (24) hour emergency service for Potassium
Permanganate emergencies that includes,at a minimum,the following:
3.1. Trained and certified personnel in hazardous materials response that shall be on-site within two(2)
hours of emergency notification from the City.
3.2. All necessary equipment and apparatus for managing and remediating an emergency leak or
release ofP otassium permanganate.
3.3. Procedures for the removal and disposal of defective or leaking drums or containers.
BELT PRESS POLYMER
1. All Belt Press Polymer delivered shall:
1.1. Have a high molecular weight.
1.2. Have a broad cationic charge.
1.3. Be a liquid that is readily soluble in water at all concentrations.
1.4. Be effective over a pH range of 5.0 to 7.0 Standard Units.
1.6. Be effective over a temperature range from five degrees Celsius to 30 degrees Celsius.
1.6. Contain no less than.35 percent water soluble iron.
1.7. Be free of insoluble and suspended matter,including but not limited to:chips,dirt,grit and all other
foreign matter.
1.8. Possess adequate clarity for the easy reading of measuring devices.
1.8. Achieve a belt filter cake that is at least 93%solids at optimum dosing rates.
1.10. Be delivered in conformance with all applicable federal,state and local laws.
1.11. Have a certified weight ticket.
1.12. Be in dean,properly identified and labeled fifty-five gallon drums.
1.13. Be delivered to:
Water Plant
6494 N.IH 36
Round Rock,Texas 78681
2. Special Requirements
2.1. Respondents wishing to submit bids for Belt Press Polymer shall obtain product approval from the
City prior to submitting a bid.
2.2. Respondents must ship,at their own expense,a sample of the product to be bid to:
Kim Lutz
2008 Enterprise Dr.
Round Rock,TX 78664
2.3. The quantity of the sample product must be at least five(5)gallons and must be received at the
above address no later than 4:00 p.m.,on June 14,2011. Results will be provided viae-mail by
June 28,2011.
LIQUID AMMONIUM SULFATE(LAS)
1. All Liquid Ammonium Sulfate delivered shall:
1.1 Contain no soluble mineral or organic substances in quantities producing deleterious or injurious
effects on the health of persons consuming water that has been treated properly with chlorine.
1.2 Contain 10%ammonia(NH3).
1.3 Be completely soluble in water.
1.4 Be delivered in conformance with all applicable federal,state and local laws.
1.6 Have a certified weight ticket.
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1.6 Be in dean,properly identified and labeled vehicles used only for the transport and delivery of liquid
ammonium sulfate.
1.7 Be delivered into a bulk storage tank through a standard 2-inch female quick connect and 55 gallon
drums.
1.8 Be delivered to the
Water Plant
6494 N.IH 35
Round Rock,Texas 78681
And
Lake Creek Well Site
601 S.Mays
Round Rock,Texas 78664
And
Westinghouse Well Site
IH 35 and Westinghouse Road
Round Rock,Texas 78664
2. The successful Respondent shall maintain a local twenty-four(24)hour emergency service for liquid
ammonium sulfate emergencies that includes,at a minimum,the following:
2.1 Trained and certified personnel in hazardous materials response that shall be on-site within two(2)
hours of emergency notification from the City.
2.2 All necessary equipment and apparatus for managing and remediating an emergency leak or
release of liquid ammonium sulfate.
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ATTACHMENT A
CITY OF ROUND ROCK
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
1.
INSURANCE:The Vendor shall procure and maintain at its sole cost and expense for the duration
of the contractor purchase order resulting from a response to this bid/Specification insurance
against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property which may arise from or in
connection with the performance of the work as a result of this bid by the successful bidder,its
agents representatives volunteers employees or subcontractors.
1.1. Certificates of Insurance and endorsements shall be fumished to the City and approved
by the City before work commences.
1.2. The following standard insurance policies shall be required:
1.2.1. General Liability Policy
1.2.2. Automobile Liability Policy
1.2.3. Worker's Compensation Policy
1.3. The following general requirements are applicable to all policies:
1.3.1. Only insurance companies licensed and admitted to do business in the State of
Texas shall be accepted.
1.3.2. Deductibles shall be listed on the Certificate of Insurance and are acceptable
only on a per occurrence basis for property damage only.
1.3.3. Claims made policies shall not be accepted,except for Professional Liability
Insurance.
1.3A. Upon request,certified copies of all insurance policies shall be furnished to the
City
1.3.5. Policies shall include,but not be limited to,the following minimum limits:
1.3.5.1. Minimum Bodily Injury Limits of$300,000.00 per occurrence.
1.3.5.2. Property Damage Insurance with minimum limits of$50,000.00 for
each occurrence.
1.3.5.3. Automobile Liability Insurance for all owned,non-owned,and hired
vehicles with minimum limits for Bodily Injury of$100,000.00 each
person,and$300,000.00 for each occurrence,and Property
Damage Minimum limits of$50,000.00 for each occurrence.
1.3.5.4. Statutory Worker's Compensation Insurance and minimum
$100,000.00 Employers Liability Insurance.
1.3.6. Coverage shall be maintained for two years minimum after the termination of the
Contract.
1.4. The City shall be entitled,upon request,and without expense to receive copies of
insurance policies and all endorsements thereto and may make reasonable request for
deletion,revision,or modification of particular policy terms,conditions,limitations,or
exclusions(except where policy provisions are established by law or regulation binding
either of the parties hereto or the underwriter of any of such policies). Upon such request
by the City,the Vendor shall exercise reasonable efforts to accomplish such changes in
policy coverage and shall pay the cost thereof. All insurance and bonds shall meet the
requirements of the bid specification and the insurance endorsements stated below.
1.5. Vendor agrees that with respect to the required insurance,all insurance contracts and
certificate(s)of insurance will contain and state,in writing,on the certificate or its
attachment,the following provisions:
1.5.1. Provide for an additional insurance endorsement clause declaring the Vendor's
insurance as primary.
1.5.2. Name the City and its officers,employees,and elected officials as additional
insured's,(as the interest of each insured may appear)as to all applicable
coverage.
1.5.3. Provide thirty days notice to the City of cancellation,non-renewal,or material
changes
1.5.4. Remove all language on the certificate of insurance indicating:
1.5.4.1. That the insurance company or agent/broker shall endeavor to notify
the City;and,
1.5.4.2. Failure to do so shall impose no obligation of liability of any kind
upon the company,its agents,or representatives.
1.5.5. Provide for notice to the City at the addresses listed below by registered mail:
1.5.6. Vendor agrees to waive subrogation against the City,its officers,employees,
and elected officials for injuries,including death,property damage,or any other
loss to the extent same may be covered by the proceeds of insurance.
1.5.7. Provide that all provisions of this contract concerning liability,duty,and standard
of care together with the indemnification provision,shall be underwritten by
contractual liability coverage sufficient to include such obligations within
applicable policies.
1.5.8. All copies of the Certificate of Insurance shall reference the project name,bid
number or purchase order number for which the insurance is being supplied.
1.5.9. Vendor shall notify the City in the event of any change in coverage and shall
give such notices not less than thirty days prior notice to the change,which
notice shall be accomplished by a replacement Certificate of Insurance.
1.5.10. All notices shall be mailed to the City at the following addresses:
Assistant City Manager City Attorney
City of Round Rock City of Round Rock
221 East Main 309 East Main
Round Rock,TX 78664-5299 Round Rock,TX 78664
6. WORKERS COMPENSATION INSURANCE
6.1. Texas Labor Code,Section 406.098 requires workers'compensation insurance coverage
for all persons providing services on building or construction projects for a governmental
entity.
6.1.1. Certificate of coverage("certificate')-A copy of a certificate of insurance,a certificate of
authority to self-insure issued by the Texas Workers'Compensation
Commission,or a coverage agreement(FWCC-81,TWCC-82,TWCC-83,or
TWCC-84),showing statutory workers'compensation insurance coverage for
the person's or entity's employees providing services on a project,for the
duration of the project.
6.1.2. Duration of the project-includes the time from the beginning of the work on the
project until the CONTRACTOR'S/person's work on the project has been
completed and accepted by the OWNER.
6.2. Persons providing services on the project("subcontractor')in Section 406.096-includes
all persons or entities performing all or part of the services the CONTRACTOR has
undertaken to perform on the project,regardless of whether that person contracted
directly with the CONTRACTOR and regardless of whether that person has employees.
This includes,without limitation,independent contractors,subcontractors,leasing
companies,motor carriers,owner-operators,employees of any such entity,or employees
of any entity,which furnishes persons to provide services on the project. `Services"
include,without limitation,providing,hauling,or delivering equipment or materials,or
providing labor,transportation,or other service related to a project. 'Services"does not
include activities unrelated to the project,such as food/beverage vendors,office supply
deliveries,and delivery of portable toilets.
6.3. The CONTRACTOR shall provide coverage,based on proper reporting of classification
codes and payroll amounts and filing of any coverage agreements,that meets the
statutory requirements of Texas Labor Code,Section 401.011(44)for all employees of the
CONTRACTOR providing services on the project,for the duration of the project.
6.4. The CONTRACTOR must provide a certificate of coverage to the OWNER prior to being
awarded the contract.
6.5. If the coverage period shown on the CONTRACTOR'S current certificate of coverage
ends during the duration of the project,the CONTRACTOR must,prior to the end of the
coverage period,file a new certificate of coverage with the OWNER showing that
coverage has been extended.
6.6. The CONTRACTOR shall obtain from each person providing services on a project,and
provide to the OWNER:
6.6.1. a certificate of coverage,prior to that person beginning work on the project,so
the OWNER will have on file certificates of coverage showing coverage for all
persons providing services on the project;and
6.6.2. no later than seven calendar days after receipt by the CONTRACTOR,a new
certificate of coverage showing extension of coverage,if the coverage period
shown on the current certificate of coverage ends during the duration of the
project.
6.7. The CONTRACTOR shall retain all required certificates of coverage for the duration of
the project and for one year thereafter.
6.8. The CONTRACTOR shall notify the OWNER in writing by certified mail or personal
delivery,within 10 calendar days after the CONTRACTOR knew or should have known,
or any change that materially affects the provision of coverage of any person providing
services on the project.
6.9. The CONTRACTOR shall post on each project site a notice,in the text,forin and manner
prescribed by the Texas Workers'Compensation Commission,informing all persons
providing services on the project that they are required to be covered,and stating how a
person may verify coverage and report lack of coverage.
6.10. The CONTRACTOR shall contractually require each person with whom it contracts to
provide services on a project,to:
6.10.1. provide coverage,based on proper reporting of classification codes and payroll
amounts and filing of any coverage agreements,that meets the statutory
requirements of Texas Labor Code,Section 401.011(44)for all its employees
providing services on the project,for the duration of the project;
6.10.2. provide to the CONTRACTOR,prior to that person beginning work on the
project,a certificate of coverage showing that coverage is being provided for all
employees of the person providing services on a project,for the duration of the
project;
6.10.3. provide the CONTRACTOR,prior to the end of the coverage period,a new
certificate of coverage showing extension of coverage,if the coverage period
shown on the current certificate of coverage ends during the duration of the
project;
6.10.3.1. obtain from each other person with whom it contracts,and provide to
the CONTRACTOR:
6.10.3.1.1. a certificate of coverage,prior to the other person
beginning work on the project;and
6.10.3.1.2. a new certificate of coverage showing extension of
coverage,prior to the end of the coverage period,if
the coverage period shown on the current certificate
of coverage ends during the duration of the project
6.10.3.2. retain all required certificates of coverage on file for the duration of
the project and for one year thereafter,
6.10.3.3. notify the OWNER in writing by certified mail or personal delivery,
within 10 calendar days after the person knew or should have
known,of any change that materially affects the provision of
coverage of any person providing services on the project;and
6.10.3.4. contractually require each person with whom it contracts,to perform
as required by paragraphs(A thru G),with the certificates of
coverage to be provided to the person for whom they are providing
services.
6.10.3.5. By signing the solicitation associated with this specification,or
providing,or causing to be provided a certificate of coverage,the
Contractor is representing to the Owner that all employees of the
Contractor who will provide services on the project will be covered
by workers'compensation coverage for the duration of the project,
that the coverage will be based on proper reporting of classification
codes and payroll amounts,and that all coverage agreements will
be filed with the appropriate insurance carrier or,in the case of a
self-insured,with the Commission's Division of Self-Insurance
Regulation. Providing false or misleading information may subject
the Contractor to administrative penalties,criminal penalties,civil
penalties,or other civil actions.
6.10.3.6. The Contractor's failure to comply with any of these provisions is a
breach of contract by the Contractor that entitles the Owner to
declare the contract void if the Contractor does not remedy the
breach within ten calendar days after receipt of notice of breach
from the owner.
IDRQg� City Council Agenda Summary Sheet
PU"M PM K 0M
Agenda Item No. *11E1.
Consider a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement for the purchase of
Agenda Caption: Belt Press Polymer from Fort Bend Services, Inc.
Meeting Date: December 15,2011
Department: Utilities and Environmental Services
Staff Person making presentation: Michael Thane, P.E.
Utilities Director
Item Summary:
On July 19, 2011, the City solicited bids for the purchase of eleven water treatment chemicals. Two bids were
received for Belt Press Polymer. Fort Bend Services, Inc. was the low bidder. Belt press polymer is used to dewater
sludge,a by-product of the water treatment process.
Cost: 15,874.32
Source of Funds: Utility Fund
Date of Public Hearing(if required): N/A
Recommended Action: Approval
EXECUTED
DOCUMENTS
FOLLOW
CITY OF ROUND ROCK AGREEMENT
FOR PURCHASE OF WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS
BELT PRESS POLYMER(55 GAL. DRUMS) FROM
FORT BEND SERVICES,INC.
THE STATE OF TEXAS §
CITY OF ROUND ROCK § KNOW ALL BY THESE PRESENTS:
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON §
COUNTY OF TRAVIS
That this Agreement for purchase of belt press polymer (55 gal. drums), and for related
goo s and services, referred to herein as the "Agreement," is made and entered into on this the
ITOIA-day of the month of , 2011, by and between the CITY OF ROUND
NOCK, TEXAS, a home-rule municipality whose offices are located at 221 East Main Street,
Round Rock, Texas 78664,referred to herein as the"City," and FORT BEND SERVICES, INC.,
whose offices are located at Post Office Box 1688, Stafford, Texas 77497-1688, referred to
herein as the "Vendor." This Agreement supersedes and replaces any previous agreements
between the named parties, whether oral or written, and whether or not established by custom
and practice.
RECITALS:
WHEREAS, City desires to purchase belt press polymer (55 gal. drums), and associated
goods and services, and City desires to purchase same from Vendor; and
WHEREAS, City has issued its "Invitation for Bid" for the provision of said goods, and
City has selected the bid submitted by Vendor; and
WHEREAS, the parties desire to enter into this Agreement to set forth in writing their
respective rights, duties, and obligations;
NOW,THEREFORE,WITNESSETH:
That for and in consideration of the mutual promises contained herein and other good and
valuable consideration,the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged,the parties
mutually agree as follows:
1.01 DEFINITIONS
A. Agreement means the binding legal contract between City and Vendor whereby
City is obligated to buy specified goods and Vendor is obligated to sell same. The Agreement
includes the following: (a) City's Invitation for Bid designated IFB 11-024, Specification
Number 11-885-00 dated May 2011; (b) Vendor's Response to IFB; (c) contract award; and (d)
any exhibits, addenda, and/or amendments thereto. Any inconsistencies or conflicts in the
contract documents shall be resolved by giving preference in the following order:
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(1) This Agreement;
(2) Purchaser's Response to IFB;
(3) City's Invitation for Bids, exhibits, and attachments.
B. City means the City of Round Rock, Williamson and Travis Counties, Texas.
C. Effective Date means the date upon which the binding signatures of both parties
to this Agreement are affixed.
D. Force Majeure means acts of God, strikes, lockouts, or other industrial
disturbances, acts of the public enemy, orders of any kind from the government of the United
States or the State of Texas or any civil or military authority, insurrections, riots, epidemics,
landslides, lightning, earthquakes, fires, hurricanes, storms, floods, restraint of the government
and the people, civil disturbances, explosions, or other causes not reasonably within the control
of the party claiming such inability.
E. Goods mean the specified supplies, materials, commodities, or equipment.
F. Vendor means Fort Bend Services, Inc., or any of its successors or assigns.
2.01 EFFECTIVE DATE,INITIAL TERM,AND ALLOWABLE RENEWALS
A. This Agreement shall be effective on the date it has been signed by both parties
hereto, and shall remain in full force and effect unless and until it expires by operation of the
term stated herein, or until terminated or extended as provided herein.
B. The term of this Agreement shall be for three (3) consecutive twelve-month
periods from the effective date hereof. After that term, this Agreement may be renewed for
successive terms of twelve (12) months each, not to exceed in the aggregate two (2) such
renewals, with such renewals to occur on or before the expiration date of the preceding term, and
with such renewals being absolutely predicated upon the express written agreement of both
parties. Such renewals are permitted only provided Vendor has performed each and every
contractual obligation specified in this original Agreement.
C. Prices shall be firm for the duration of this Agreement and for any renewal
periods. No separate line item charges shall be permitted for invoicing purposes, including but
not limited to equipment rental, demurrage, costs associated with obtaining permits, or any other
extraneous charges. City may permit "unit price" adjustments upwards only as a result of a cost
increase in goods or services in accordance with the Producers Price Index located at
http://stats.bls.goy/ppi/home.htm. Any price increase shall be requested by Vendor in writing
and accompanied by the appropriate documentation to justify the requested increase. Vendor
may offer price decreases in excess of the allowable percentage change.
D. City reserves the right to review the relationship at any time, and may elect to
terminate this Agreement with or without cause or may elect to continue.
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3.01 CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND EXHIBITS
City selected Vendor as the integrator of choice to supply the goods as outlined in IFB
11-024, Specification Number I1-885-00 dated May 2011, and Response to IFB submitted by
Vendor, all as specified in Exhibit "A" attached hereto and made a part hereof for all purposes.
The intent of these documents is to formulate an Agreement listing the responsibilities of both
parties as outlined in the IFB and as offered by Vendor in its Response to the IFB.
The goods which are the subject matter of this Agreement are described in Exhibit "A"
and, together with this Agreement, comprise the total Agreement and they are fully a part of this
Agreement as if repeated herein in full.
4.01 ITEMS AWARDED
Only the bid item#9 on Exhibit"A,"which is specifically indicated as belt press polymer
(55 gal. drums), is awarded to Vendor.
5.01 COSTS
Estimated annual usage quantity is 1,320 gallons, and the unit price is $12.03 per unit.
Bid costs listed on Exhibit "A," which are specifically relevant to the referenced bid item #9,
shall be the basis of any charges collected by Vendor.
6.01 INVOICES
All invoices shall include, at a minimum, the following information:
A. Name and address of Vendor;
B. Purchase Order Number;
C. Description and quantity of items received; and
D. Delivery dates.
7.01 INTERLOCAL COOPERATIVE CONTRACTING/PURCHASING
Authority for local governments to contract with one another to perform certain
governmental functions and services, including but not limited to purchasing functions, is
granted under Government Code, Title 7, Chapter 791, Interlocal Cooperation Contracts,
Subchapter B and Subchapter C, and Local Government Code, Title 8, Chapter 271, Subchapter
F, Section 27 1.101 and Section 271.102.
Other governmental entities within the State of Texas may be extended the opportunity to
purchase off of the City of Round Rock's bid, with the consent and agreement of the successful
vendor(s) and Round Rock. Such agreement shall be conclusively inferred for the vendor from
lack of exception to this clause in the vendor's response. However, all parties hereby expressly
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agree that the City of Round Rock is not an agent of,partner to, or representative of those outside
agencies or entities and that the City of Round Rock is not obligated or liable for any action or
debts that may arise out of such independently-negotiated"piggyback"procurements.
8.01 NON-APPROPRIATION AND FISCAL FUNDING
This Agreement is a commitment of City's current revenues only. It is understood and
agreed that City shall have the right to terminate this Agreement at the end of any City fiscal year
if the governing body of City does not appropriate funds sufficient to purchase the services as
determined by City's budget for the fiscal year in question. City may effect such termination by
giving Vendor a written notice of termination at the end of its then-current fiscal year.
9.01 PROMPT PAYMENT POLICY
In accordance with Chapter 2251, V.T.C.A., Texas Government Code, any payment to be
made by City to Vendor will be made within thirty (30) days of the date City receives goods
under this Agreement, the date the performance of the services under this Agreement are
completed, or the date City receives a correct invoice for the goods or services, whichever is
later. Vendor may charge interest on an overdue payment at the "rate in effect" on September 1
of the fiscal year in which the payment becomes overdue, in accordance with V.T.C.A., Texas
Government Code, Section 2251.025(b). This Prompt Payment Policy does not apply to
payments made by City in the event:
A. There is a bona fide dispute between City and Vendor, a contractor,
subcontractor, or supplier about the goods delivered or the service performed that
causes the payment to be late; or
B. There is a bona fide dispute between Vendor and a subcontractor or between a
subcontractor and its supplier about the goods delivered or the service performed
that causes the payment to be late; or
C. The terms of a federal contract, grant, regulation, or statute prevent City from
making a timely payment with federal funds; or
D. The invoice is not mailed to City in strict accordance with any instruction on the
purchase order relating to the payment.
10.01 GRATUITIES AND BRIBES
City may, by written notice to Vendor, cancel this Agreement without incurring any
liability to Vendor if it is determined by City that gratuities or bribes in the form of
entertainment, gifts, or otherwise were offered or given by Vendor or its agents or
representatives to any City officer, employee or elected representative with respect to the
performance of this Agreement. In addition, Vendor may be subject to penalties stated in Title 8
of the Texas Penal Code.
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11.01 TAXES
City is exempt from Federal Excise and State Sales Tax; therefore, tax shall not be
included in Vendor's charges.
12.01 ORDERS PLACED WITH ALTERNATE VENDORS
If Vendor cannot provide the goods as specified, City reserves the right and option to
obtain the products from another supplier or suppliers.
13.01 INSURANCE
Vendor shall meet all requirements as stated in the attached Invitation for Bid No. IFB
11-024(including all attachments and exhibits), and its bid response.
14.01 CITY'S REPRESENTATIVE
City hereby designates the following representative(s) authorized to act in its behalf with
regard to this Agreement:
Kim Lutz
Public Works
Operations and Maintenance—WTP
5494 North IH-35
Round Rock, TX 78664
512-341-3333
15.01 RIGHT TO ASSURANCE
Whenever either party to this Agreement, in good faith, has reason to question the other
party's intent to perform hereunder, then demand may be made to the other party for written
assurance of the intent to perform. In the event that no written assurance is given within the
reasonable time specified when demand is made,then and in that event the demanding parry may
treat such failure as an anticipatory repudiation of this Agreement.
16.01 DEFAULT
If Vendor abandons or defaults hereunder and is a cause of City purchasing the specified
goods elsewhere, Vendor agrees that it may be charged the difference in cost, if any, and that it
will not be considered in the re-advertisement of the service and that it may not be considered in
future bids for the same type of work unless the scope of work is significantly changed.
Vendor shall be declared in default of this Agreement if it does any of the following:
A. Fails to make any payment in full when due;
B. Fails to fully, timely and faithfully perform any of its material obligations
hereunder;
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C. Fails to provide adequate assurance of performance under the "Right to
Assurance" section herein; or
D. Becomes insolvent or seeks relief under the bankruptcy laws of the United States.
17.01 TERMINATION AND SUSPENSION
A. City has the right to terminate this Agreement, in whole or in part, for
convenience and without cause, at any time upon thirty(30) days' written notice to Vendor.
B. In the event of any default by Vendor, City has the right to terminate this
Agreement for cause, upon ten(10)days' written notice to Vendor.
C. Vendor has the right to terminate this Agreement only for cause, in the event of
material and substantial breach by City, or by written mutual agreement to terminate.
D. In the event City terminates under subsections (A) or (B) of this section, the
following shall apply: Upon City's delivery of the referenced notice to Vendor, Vendor shall
discontinue all services in connection with the performance of this Agreement and shall proceed
to cancel promptly all existing orders and contracts insofar as such orders and contracts are
chargeable to this Agreement. Within thirty (30) days after such notice of termination, Vendor
shall submit a statement showing in detail the goods and/or services satisfactorily performed
under this Agreement to the date of termination. City shall then pay Vendor that portion of the
charges, if undisputed. The parties agree that Vendor is not entitled to compensation for services
it would have performed under the remaining term of the Agreement except as provided herein.
18.01 INDEMNIFICATION
Vendor shall defend (at the option of City), indemnify, and hold City, its successors,
assigns, officers, employees and elected officials harmless from and against all suits, actions,
legal proceedings, claims, demands, damages, costs, expenses, attorney's fees, and any and all
other costs or fees arising out of, or incident to, concerning or resulting from the fault of Vendor,
or Vendor's agents, employees or subcontractors, in the performance of Vendor's obligations
under this Agreement, no matter how,or to whom, such loss may occur. Nothing herein shall be
deemed to limit the rights of City or Vendor (including, but not limited to the right to seek
contribution) against any third party who may be liable for an indemnified claim.
19.01 COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS, CHARTER AND ORDINANCES
Vendor, its agents, employees and subcontractors shall use best efforts to comply with all
federal and state laws, City's Charter and Ordinances, as amended, and with all applicable rules
and regulations promulgated by local, state and national boards,bureaus and agencies.
20.01 ASSIGNMENT AND DELEGATION
The parties hereby bind themselves, their successors, assigns and legal representatives to
each other with respect to the terms of this Agreement. Neither party shall assign, sublet or
transfer any interest in this Agreement without prior written authorization of the other party.
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21.01 NOTICES
All notices and other communications in connection with this Agreement shall be in
writing and shall be considered given as follows:
1. When delivered personally to recipient's address as stated in this Agreement; or
2. Three (3) days after being deposited in the United States mail, with postage
prepaid to the recipient's address as stated in this Agreement.
Notice to Vendor:
Fort Bend Services, Inc.
Post Office Box 1688
Stafford, TX 77497-1688
Notice to City:
Assistant City Manager Stephen L. Sheets, City Attorney
221 East Main Street AND TO: 309 East Main Street
Round Rock, TX 78664 Round Rock, TX 78664
Nothing contained herein shall be construed to restrict the transmission of routine
communications between representatives of City and Vendor.
22.01 APPLICABLE LAW; ENFORCEMENT AND VENUE
This Agreement shall be enforceable in Round Rock, Texas, and if legal action is
necessary by either party with respect to the enforcement of any or all of the terms or conditions
herein, exclusive venue for same shall lie in Williamson County, Texas. This Agreement shall be
governed by and construed in accordance with the laws and court decisions of the State of Texas.
23.01 EXCLUSIVE AGREEMENT
This document, and all appended documents, constitutes the entire Agreement between
Vendor and City. This Agreement may only be amended or supplemented by mutual agreement
of the parties hereto in writing, duly authorized by action of the City Manager or City Council.
24.01 DISPUTE RESOLUTION
If a dispute or claim arises under this Agreement, the parties agree to first try to resolve
the dispute or claim by appropriate internal means, including referral to each party's senior
management. If the parties cannot reach a mutually satisfactory resolution,then and in that event
any such dispute or claim will be sought to be resolved with the help of a mutually selected
mediator. If the parties cannot agree on a mediator, City and Vendor shall each select a mediator
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and the two mediators shall agree upon a third mediator. Any costs and fees, other than attorney
fees, associated with the mediation shall be shared equally by the parties.
City and Vendor hereby expressly agree that no claims or disputes between the parties
arising out of or relating to this Agreement or a breach thereof shall be decided by any arbitration
proceeding, including without limitation, any proceeding under the Federal Arbitration Act (9
USC Section 1-14)or any applicable state arbitration statute.
25.01 SEVERABILITY
The invalidity, illegality, or unenforceability of any provision of this Agreement or the
occurrence of any event rendering any portion or provision of this Agreement void shall in no
way affect the validity or enforceability of any other portion or provision of this Agreement. Any
such void provision shall be deemed severed from this Agreement, and the balance of this
Agreement shall be construed and enforced as if this Agreement did not contain the particular
portion or provision held to be void. The parties further agree to amend this Agreement to
replace any stricken provision with a valid provision that comes as close as possible to the intent
of the stricken provision. The provisions of this section shall not prevent this entire Agreement
from being void should a provision which is of the essence of this Agreement be determined to
be void.
26.01 MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
Standard of Care. Vendor represents that it employs trained, experienced and
competent persons to perform all of the services, responsibilities and duties specified herein and
that such services, responsibilities and duties shall be performed in a manner according to
generally accepted industry practices.
Time is of the Essence. Vendor understands and agrees that time is of the essence and
that any failure of Vendor to fulfill obligations for each portion of this Agreement within the
agreed timeframes will constitute a material breach of this Agreement. Vendor shall be fully
responsible for its delays or for failures to use best efforts in accordance with the terms of this
Agreement. Where damage is caused to City due to Vendor's failure to perform in these
circumstances, City may pursue any remedy available without waiver of any of City's additional
legal rights or remedies.
Force Majeure. Neither City nor Vendor shall be deemed in violation of this Agreement
if it is prevented from performing any of its obligations hereunder by reasons for which it is not
responsible as defined herein. However, notice of such impediment or delay in performance must
be timely given, and all reasonable efforts undertaken to mitigate its effects.
Multiple Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in multiple counterparts, any
one of which shall be considered an original of this document; and all of which, when taken
together, shall constitute one and the same instrument.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, City and Vendor have executed this Agreement on the dates
indicated.
City of RoU44 Rock,Texas Fort Bend Servic ,Inc.
By: By: A,a0l
Printed Nam - Printed Name: Ovid James
Title: c Title: Sales Manager
Date Signed: Date Signed: October '17, 2011
Attest:
BY: ��dcirWlr
Sara L.White,City Secretary
For City A proved as to orm:
By: oil
Steph . Sheet ,City Attorney
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INVITATION FOR BID(IFB)
CITY OF ROUND ROCK PURCHASING OFFICE
221 E.Main Street
Round Rock,Texas 78664-6299
Solicitation Information:
Responses are due to the Purchasing Office Water Treatment Chemicals
Solicitation Number 11-024
at the above address by 3:00 pm,July 19,2011. Opening Date: 07/19/2011
Opening Time: 3:00pm
Show solicitation opening date&solicitation number in lower left Response Location:221 E.Main Street
hand comer of sealed response envelope with return address of Council Chambers
responding firm. Round Rods,TX 78664
Facsimile and e-mail responses shall not be accepted. Return signed one original and three copies of response.
Respondent shall sign below
INVOICE TO: MedSigniMre
shall disqu response.
CITY OF ROUND ROCK 06/30/2011
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
221 EAST MAIN STREET Data
ROUND ROCK,TEXAS 78664-5299
David .Tamps
Print Name
Respond F.O.B.Destination,Freight prepaid and allowed unless
otherwise specified below
SEE 1.7 OF SOLICITATION INSTRUCTIONS
DESTINATION: TAX ID NO.:74-2144642
CITY OF ROUND ROCK
VARIOUS LOCATIONS LEGAL BUSINESS NAME: F,
ort Bend Services- Tnr-
ADDRESS: PO 1688 Stafford, Texas 77497-1688
CONTACT: David James
TELEPHONE NO: 281-261-5199
BUSINESS ENTtTYTYPE:Water and Wastewater Treatment
E-MAIL: djames(dfortbends ervices.com
By the signature hereon affixed,the respondent hereby certifies that neither the respondent nor the entity represented by the respondent,or anyone
acting for such entity has violated the antitrust laws of the Stat,codified In Section 15.01 at seq.,Texas business and commerce Code,or the Federal
antitrust laws,nor communicated directly or indirectly,the response made to any competitor or any other person engaged in such fine of business.
Respondeat agrees to comply with all conditions set forth In ttas solicitation.
BID SHEET
ITEM QUANITY UNIT OF EXTEN8ION
/ CLASS R ITEM DESCRIPTION Ea- led Annual MEASURE UNIT PRICE EWh ted Annual
Usage Usage
1 855-00 CHLORINE(rON CYLINDERS) 200 TON No Bid
2 8W-W CHLORINE(150 lb.CYLINDERS) 300 TON No Bid
SAMPLE TESTING REQUIRED
3 853-00 LIQUID ALUMINUM SULFATE 190 DRY TON No Bid
4 855.00 SAMPLE TESTING REQUIRED 287 DRY TON NO Bid
UQUI)ALUMINUM SULFATE w/2%COPPER SULFATE
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5 855.00 HYDROFLUOS&M ACID 23% 11,000 GALLON NO Bid
SAMPLE TESTING REQUIRED
8 LIOUID CATIONIC POLYMER(55 GAL DRUMS) t8'� GALLON NO Bid
7 855-00 POTASSIUM PERMANGANATE-FREE FLOWING 12,500 LBS NO Bid
8 855-00 POTASSIUM PERMANGANATE-LIQUID 12,500 LBS No Bid
SAMPLE TESTING REQUIRED
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BELT PRESS POLYMER $12.03 $15,874.32
55 GAL.DRUMS
10 855-00 LIQUID AMMONIUM SULFATE(LAS) 30,000 GALLON No Bid
11 855-00 LIQUID AMMONIUM SULFATE(LAS)(55 GAL DRUMS) 550 GALLON NO Bid
GRAND TOTAL $15,874.32
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SOLICITATION NUMBER
11-024
SPECIFICATION NUMBER
11-885-00
DATED:MAY 2011
RESPONDENT'S REFERENCE SHEET
PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS FORM WITH THE SOLICITATION RESPONSE
SOLICITATION NUMBER: 11-024
RESPONDENT'S NAME: Fort Bend Services, Inc .DATE: 06/30/2011
Provide the name, address, telephone number and point of contact of at least three (3)firms applicable to
Municipal and/or Government projects that have utilized similar service for at least two(2) years.
References may be checked prior to award. Any negative responses received may result in
disqualification of solicitation.
1. Company's Name City of the Colony
Name of Contact Jason Fusco
Title of Contact Wastewater Supervisor
E-Mail Address jfulco@tbecolonytx.gov
Present Address l Harris Plaza
City, State, Zip Code The Colony, Texas 75056
Telephone Number ( 972 ) 624-2253 Fax Number: ( )
2. Company's Name Brownsville Public Ltili ties Board
Name of Contact Judet Adams _
Title of Contact Water/Wastewater Treatment Manager
E-Mail Address warn:@EToxYns .vie-pub.com --- --
Present Address v3208 Robindale Road
City, State, Zip Code Brownsville, Texas 78521
Telephone Number ( 956 ) 545-7536 Fax Number: ( )
3. Company's Name City of Gonzales
Name of Contact Gary Shock
Title of Contact hater/Wastewater Supervisor
E-Mail Address waterplant@c.ityofgonzales_.org
Present Address End of Remshel Street
City, State,Zip Code Gonzales. Texas 7$629
Telephone Number ( 830 ) 672-3525 Fax Number: ( }
FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE REQUIRED INFORMATION WITH THE SOLICITATION RESPONSE MAY
AUTOMATICALLY DISQUALIFY THE RESPONSE FROM CONSIDERATION FOR AWARD.
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SOLCITATION NUMBER
11-024
SPECIFICATION NUMBER
11-885M
DATED:MAY 2011
RESPONDENT'S REFERENCE SHEET
PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS FORM WITH THE SOLICITATION RESPONSE
SOLICITATION NUMBER: 11-024
RESPONDENT'S NAME: Fort Bend Services,Inc. DATE: 06/30/2011
Provide the name,address,telephone number and point of contact of at least three(3)firms applicable to
Municipal and/or Government projects that have utilized similar service for at least two(2)years.
References may be checked prior to award. Any negative responses received may result in
disqualification of solicitation.
1. Company's Name Tower of Flower Mound
Name of Contact BJ Kaiser
Title of Contact WWTP Supervisor
E-Mail Address
Present Address 1101 Duncan Road
City'State'Zip Code Town of F1 nwer Mound, Toxas 75n9R
Telephone Number ( 972 )874-3152 Fax Number.( )
2. Company's Name City of Marble Falls
Name of Contac Johnny Long
Title of Contact Wastewater Supervisor
E-Mail Address 1 1 on vary
Present Address
City,State,Zip Code Marble Falls, Texas 78654
Telephone Number ( 512 )755-9710 Fax Number:( )
3. Company's Name City of Gonzales
Name of Contac Gary Shock
Title of Contact Water and Wast wa t r Sim Prvi snr
E-Mail Address
Present Address End of Remshel Street
City,State,Zip Code rnnzal p. Texas 78679
Telephone Number ( 830 )672-3525 Fax Number:( )
FAILURE TO PROVIDE THE REQUIRED INFORMATION WITH THE SOLICITATION RESPONSE MAY
AUTOMATICALLY DISQUALIFY THE RESPONSE FROM CONSIDERATION FOR AWARD.
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CITY OF ROUND ROCK,TEXAS
INVITATION FOR BID
FOR WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS
Solicitation No. 11-024 Addendum No.__.pate of Addendum: M&24.2011
Please note the questions and answers,revisions or additions to the solicitation referenced above.
1. Q: What additional specifications can the City provide for the Coagulant Aide Polymer?
A: Polydadmac Polymer is preferred.
2. Q: What additional specifications can the City provide for the Belt Press Polymer?
A: The molecular weight is high. ,
The bulk density is 1.02.
The viscosity(cps)is 1200.
The belt cake is typically 12 to 14%.
3. Q: Should Polymers be no less than or no more than .35%water soluble iron?
A: Polymers should be no more than.35%water soluble iron.
4. Q: Are vendor site visits permitted to the water treatment plan?
A: No.
5. Q: Which chemicals specified in the bid are not liquids?
A: Potassium Permanganate and Chlorine are not liquids.
Approved by
Joy Baggett, Purchaser
By the signatures affixed below,Addendum No. 1 is hereby incorporated into and made a part of the
above referenced solicitation.
ACKNOWLEDGED '
Fort Bend Services, Inc. 06/30/2011
Vendor Auth— S" ure Date
RETURN ONE COPY SIGNED COPY OF THIS ADDENDUM TO THE PURCHASING OFFICE WITH
YOUR SEALED PROPOSAL. FAILURE TO DQ SO MAY AUTOMATICALLY DISQUALIFY YOUR
RESPONSE FROM CONSIDERATION FOR AWARD.
T[
CITY OF ROUND ROCK, TEXAS
INVITATION FOR BID
FOR WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS
Solicitation No. . 11-024 _ Addendum No. 2 _ _Date of Addendum►: July 12, 2011
Please note the questions and answers, revisions or additions to the solicitation referenced above.
i s Q: How much Chlorine is delivered at a tire?
A: A typical delivery of one ton containers is 8 units sometimes 12 units during heavy usage.
The 180 lb, cylinders vary from 4 to 12. Average usage of the 150 Ib. containers is
approximately 900 Ib. per week.
2. Q; The unit of measure for Potassium Permanganate Free Flowing is 55 gallon drums. Will the City
accept a bid and delivery of 55#drums also?
A.: Yes. Please clearly indicate this unit of measure difference in the Response so the City
may easily compare pricing.
3. Q; tow much Hydrofluositicic Acid 23% is delivered at a time?
A: The City usually gets deliveries via track periodically throughout the year.. There are two
iacaf ons. one with a 2,540 gallon tank the other has a 2,000 gallon tank_ The City
w°tali coordinate the delivery so that an entire load can be delivered at once.
Q: Can the City provide the previous F he.,,r m b':d
A: Yes. Previous tabulations attached,
5. Q Does this solicitation offer any Interlocal Agreement opportunities?
A: Yes. The City currently participates in Interlocal Purchasing Agreements with the cities of
College Station, Duncanville, Richardson, Hurst, Georgetown, Cedar Park and Fort Worth,
the Village of Salado, the Texas Conference of Urban Counties,Tarrant County,
Williamson County, and the Houston-Galveston Area Council. These agreements permit
participating agencies the option to enter into agreements with the City's winning
Respondents for the specified commodity at the established contract price. Winning
Respondent shall have the option to enter into said agreement.
Approved by
Joy Baggett, Purchaser
By the signatures affixed below, Addendum No, 2 is hereby incorporated into and made a part of the above
referenced solicitation.
ACKNOWLEDGED � f
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Vendor � Authorized Si store Date_.__.__--
TO T1IE PURCHASING OFFICE WITH YOUR
MAY` D-rOMAT IC�.luLY DISQUALIFY YOUR RESPONSE FRC`
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Joy Baggett
To: David James
Subject: RE: Notice to Bidders- Solicitation#11-024 Water Treatment Chemicals-Addendum#2
David,
Does the information contained on the addendum alter your response?
If so, please resubmit your response. If not, please sign and e-mail the addendum to me. I'll include it with your
response.
max Aa ROOK tans
Joy Baggett
Purchaser
Purchasing Department
512-218-6682
ibaggett()-round-rock.tx.us
From: David James [mailto:DJames@fortbendservices.com]
Sent: Monday, July 11, 20114:55 PM
To: Joy Baggett
Subject: RE: Notice to Bidders - Solicitation #11-024 Water Treatment Chemicals -Addendum #2
Hello Ms. Baggett,
I am David James, Sales Manager with Fort Bend Services, Inc.
We just received your addendum#2 today. Unfortunately,we have
already submitted our bid to you. What steps should we take to make
sure our bid does not get disqualified?
From: Joy Baggett [mailto:jbaggett@round-rock.tx.us]
Sent: Monday,July 11, 20114:39 PM
To: undisclosed-recipients
Subject: Notice to Bidders - Solicitation #11-024 Water Treatment Chemicals -Addendum #2
NOTICE TO BIDDERS —ADDENDUM #2
Sealed bids addressed to the Purchasing Office, City of Round Rock, 221 E. Main Street, Round Rock, Texas
78664-5299, for:
WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS
will be received prior to 3:00 P.M., July 19, 2011 then be publicly opened and read aloud. IFB documents may be
obtained from the Purchasing Office at the above address or downloaded from the City website at
http://www.roundrocktexas.-gov/home/index.asp?paoe=462.
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Joy Baggett
Purchaser
Purchasing Department
512-218-6682
ibaggettCW-round-rock.tx.us
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FORT BEND SERVICES,INC.
13303 REDFISH LANE
STAFFORD, TX 77477
Tel (800) 933-3678 Fax (281)261-2295
Technical Data Sheet
FBS 5800
Appearance Opaque liquid
Ionic character Cationic
Charge Density High
Molecular weight Medium
Approx. bulk density 8.55
Specific gravity 1.025
Active content(n/o) 47
Bulk viscosity(cps) 1200
Maximum concentration(gll) 10
Stability ofD.L solution(days) 1
Dilution to obtain 5 gtl active content(cps) 94
Approx. viscosity @ 5 gll active content(cps) 1100
Storage temperature (°C) 5-35
Shelflife(months) 6
The data in this Technical Data Sheet is provided for information only !t is correct to the best of our knowledge
Information and belief at the date of its publication. It does not constitute a specification and no liability is assumed
Norfreedo-from any existing encs.
Print date: 011912010
FORT BEND SERVICES,INC
13303 REDFISH LANE
STAFFORD, TV 77477
Tel: (800) 933-3678 Fax: (281)261-2295
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT AND THE COMPANY
FBS-5800
Supplier: Fort Bend Services,Inc.
13303 Redfish Lane
Stafford,Tx 77477
Tel: 800-933-3678 Fax: 281-261-2295
2. COMPOSITIONMWORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Identification of the preparation: Cationic water-soluble polymer in emulsion.
Hazardous characteristics(irritation)were observed only in the product when
tested as a whole,not in individual components.
Identification of the substance:
3.'HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Irritating to eyes and skin.
Spills produce extremely slippery surfaces
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation: Move to fresh air.
Skin contact: Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water. In case of
Persistent skin irritation,consult a physician.
Eye contact: Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water,also under the eyelids. In
case of persistent eye irritation,consult a physician.
Ingestion: The product is not considered toxic based on studies on laboratory
animals.
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'5. FIDE FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media: Water,water spray,foam,carbon dioxide(CO2),
dry powder
Special fine fighting precautions: Spills produce extremely slippery surfaces.
Protective equipment for firefighters: No special protective equipment required.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: No special precautions required.
Environmental precautions: Do not contaminate water.
Methods for cleaning up: Do not flush water.Dam up. Soak up with inert absorbent
material. If liquid has been spilled in large quantities clean
up promptly by scoop or vacuum. Keep in suitable and
closed containers for disposal. After cleaning flush away
traces with water.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. When preparing the working solution
ensure there is adequate ventilation. When using do not smoke.
Storage: Keep in a dry,cool place(0—30°C). Keep away from heat and sources of
ignition. Freezing will affect the physical condition and may damage the
material.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering controls. Use local exhaust if misting occurs. Natural ventilation is
adequate in absence of mists.
Personal Protection eauiPment
-Respiratory protection. In case of insufficient ventilation wear suitable respiratory
equipment.
-Hand protection: Rubber gloves.
-Eye protection: Safety glasses with side-shields. Do not wear contacts.
-Skin protection: Chemical resistant apron or protective suit if splashing or
contact with solution is likely.
Hygiene measures: Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and
safety practice-
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L9--PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Form: viscous liquid
Color. milky
Odor. aliphatic
pH: 4-6 @ 5 g/1 for product series. see Tedwical Bulletin for specific value.
Flash point( Q: >1000C
Autoignition temperature('C): >200°C
Vapour pressure(mm Hg): 0.13 @ 20°C
Bulk density: See Technical Bulletin
Water solubility: See Technical Bulletin
Viscosity(mpa s): See Technical Bulletin
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Product is stable,No hazardous polymerization will occur. Oxidizing
agents may cause exothermic reactions.
Hazardous Thermal decomposition may produce:hydrogen,chloride gas,nitrogen
decomposition products:oxides(Nox),carbon oxides.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Acute toxicity
-Oral: LD50/oral/rat>5000 mg/kg
-Dermal: The results of testing on rabbits showed this material to be non-toxic
even at high dose levels.
Inhalation: The product is not expected to be toxic by inhalation.
Irritation
-Skin. Mild skin irritation.
-Eyes. Mild eye irritation.
Senshiunion: The results of testing on guinea pigs showed this material to be non-
Sensitizing.
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Chronic toxicity: A two-year feeding study on rats did not reveal adverse health effects. A
one-year feeding study on dogs did not reveal adverse health effects.
Prolonged skin contact may defat the skin and produce dermatitis.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicrt .
The aquatic toxicity is highly mitigated by the presence of dissolved organic carbon in the water.
Results obtained using the US EPA"Dirty Water"test show that irreversible adsorption onto
suspended matter and dissolved organics(such as humic and other organic acids)present in
natural waters,reduces the toxicity to aquatic organisms by a factor of over 10
Environmental fate.-
The
ate:The product is rapidly eliminated from the aquatic medium through irreversible adsorption onto
suspended matter and dissolved organics.
Bioaccumuladon: The product is not expected to bioaccumulate.
Persistence/degradability: Inherent biodegradability(Zahn-Wellen test): 80%after 28
days.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste from residues/unused In accordance with federal,state and local regulations.
products:
Contaminated packaging: Rinse empty containers with water and use the rinse water to
prepare the working solution. Can be landfilled or incinerated,
when in compliance with local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not regulated by DOT.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
All components of this product are on the TSCA and DSL inventories.
RCRA status: Not a hazardous waste.
Hazardous waste number. Not applicable
Reportable quantity(40 CFR 302): Not applicable
Threshold planning qty(40 CFR 355): Not applicable
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California Proposition 65 information; The following statement is made in order to comply with
the California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986. This product contains a
chemical(s)known to the State of California to cause cancer:residual Acrylamide
HMIS&NFPA RATINGS HMIS NFPA
Health: 1 1
Flammability: 1 1
Reactivity: 0 0
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Person to contact. Regulatory Affairs Manager
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge,
information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a
guidance for safe handling,use,processing,storage,transportation,disposal and release,and is
not be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to specific
material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other
materials or in any process unless specified in the text.
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SOLICITATION NUMBER
11-024
SPECIFICATION NUMBER
11-885-00
DATE: MAY 2011
CITY OF ROUND ROCK
INVITATION FOR BID
FOR
WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS
PART
GENERAL
1. PURPOSE:The City of Round Rock, herein after"Cly,seeks to establish a multiple year
Agreement with a qualified person,firm or corporation, herein after"Respondent",to provide all
equipment, material and labor necessary to supply and deliver various water supply treatment
chemicals for treating potable water supplies located at various locations throughout the City.
2. DEFINITIONS.TERMS AND CONDITIONS: By submitting a response to this solicitation,the
Respondent agrees that the City's standard Definitions,Terms and Conditions shall govern unless
specifically provided for otherwise in a separate agreement or on the face of a purchase order.
Said Definitions,Terms and Conditions are subject to change without notice. It is the sole
responsibility of Respondents to stay apprised of changes. The City's Definitions,Terms and
Conditions can be obtained from the City's website at
h ://www.roundrocktexas. ov/homerindex.as ? a e=462.
3. INSURANCE: The Respondent shall meet or exceed ALL insurance requirements set forth by
the City's Insurance Requirements as identified on the City's website at
http://www.roundrocktexas aov/homefndex asp?page=462.
4. CITY CONTACT FOR SOLICITATION CLARIFICATION:For clarification of specifications,
Respondents may contact:
Joy Baggett
Purchaser
Purchasing Division
City of Round Rock
Telephone: 612-218-6682
lbaaaetKaaround-rock.tx.us
The individual above may be contacted for clarification of the specifications of this solicitation
only. No authority is intended or implied that specifications may be amended or alternates
accepted prior to closing date without written approval of the City's Purchasing Department.
Under no circumstances will private meetings be scheduled between Respondents and City staff.
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SPECIFICATION NUMBER
11-885-00
DATE: MAY 2011
PART II
INSTRUCTIONS
1. SOLICITATION SCHEDULE: It is the City's intention to comply with the following solicitation
timeline:
1.1 Solicitations released May 13,2011
1.2 Chemical Samples Due to City for Testing June 14, 2011
1.3 City Response to Chemical Testing June 28,2011
1.4 Deadline for questions July 7,2011
1.5 City responses to all questions/addendums July 12,2011
1.6 Responses due by 3:00 p.m. July 19, 2011
All questions regarding the solicitation shall be submitted in writing by 5:00 p.m.on the
due date noted above. A copy of all the questions submitted and the City's response to the
questions shall be posted on our webpage,
http://www.roundrocktexas.00v/homerindex asp?page=462 Questions shall be submitted to the
City contact named above.
The City reserves the right to modify these dates. Notice of date change will be posted to the City
website.
2. DUE DATE: Signed and sealed responses are due to the Purchasing Department on the due
date noted above. Mail or carry sealed responses to:
City of Round Rock,Texas
Purchasing Office
221 E.Main Street
Round Rock,Texas 78664-5299
2.1 Responses received after this time and date will not be considered.
2.2 Sealed responses should be clearly marked on the outside of packaging with the
solicitation title, number,due date and"DO NOT OPEN".
2.3 Facsimile or electronically transmitted responses are not acceptable.
2.4 Late submittals will be returned to Respondent unopened if return address is provided.
3. BEST VALUE EVALUATION AND CRITERIA: All responses received shall be evaluated based
on the best value for the City. In determining best value,the City may consider the following:
3.1 Purchase price and terms;
3.2 Reputation of Respondent and of Respondents goods and services;
3.3 The quality of the Respondent's goods and services;
3.4 The extent to which the goods and services meet the City's needs;
3.5 Respondent's past relationship with the City;
3.6 Any relevant criteria specifically listed in the solicitation.
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SOLICITATION NUMBER
11-024
SPECIFICATION NUMBER
11-885-00
DATE: MAY 2011
4. QUALIFICATIONS: The opening of a response shall not be construed as the City's acceptance
of such Respondent as qualified and responsive. All Respondents shall:
4.1 Be firms,corporations, individuals or partnerships normally engaged in the sale and
distribution of the specified product or service herein.
4.2 Have adequate organization,facilities,equipment and personnel to ensure prompt and
efficient service to the City.
4.3 Provide references to include the name,address,telephone number,e-mail and point of
contact of at least three entities for which the respondent has preformed similar service
and or utilized the exact technology within the past three years. Negative information
obtained in a reference check may result in Respondent's disqualification.
4.4 Identify any subcontractors to be used for this project. Experience,qualifications and
references of the sub contractors shall be submitted. The City reserves the right to
approve or disapprove any and all subcontractors prior to any work being performed.
PART III
SPECIFICATIONS
1. PURPOSE:The City of Round Rock, herein after"City",seeks to establish a multiple year
Agreement with a qualified person,firm or corporation, herein after"Respondent',to provide all
equipment, material and labor necessary to supply and deliver various water supply treatment
chemicals for treating potable water supplies located at various locations throughout the City.
2. RAW WATER CHARACTERISTICS
Constituent Average Concentration or Range
Hardness 160 to 180 mg/L
Turbidity 1.5 to 4.0 NTU
Alkalinity 165 to 185 mg/L
Temperature 10 to 30 degrees Celsius
pH 7.2 to 7.8
3. CHEMICAL SPECIFICATIONS: All chemicals specified herein shall meet with the intended use,
critical requirements and delivery specifications outlined on ATTACHMENT A,herein made a
part of this solicitation.
4. CHEMICAL TESTING: Sample testing shall be required for Liquid Aluminum Sulfate, Liquid
Aluminum Sulfate with 2%Copper Sulfate, Liquid Cationic Polymer, and Belt Press Polymer prior
to response submission.
4.1 Testing instructions are specified on ATTACHMENT A,herein made a part of this
solicitation.
4.2 Testing results will be provided to Respondents via e-mail no later than June 28,2011.
4.3 Chemical approval notification from the City shall be submitted with response. Failure to
submit samples for testing and/or failure to submit approval documentation from the City
may disqualify a response for consideration for award.
5. FREIGHT: Price shall include FOB Destination,pre-paid and allowed unless otherwise specified
in writing. Price shall be inclusive of demurrage charges. No fuel surcharges shall be allowed.
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SOLICITATION NUMBER
11-024
SPECIFICATION NUMBER
11-885-00
DATE: MAY 2011
6. AGREEMENT:The term of the Agreement resulting from the solicitation may be for three(3)
consecutive twelve-month(12)periods of time from the effective date and shall remain in full
force and effect unless and until it expires by operation of the term stated or until terminated or
extended as provided herein. The City reserves the right to:
6.1 Renew the Agreement for two(2)additional periods of time not to exceed twelve(12)
months for each renewal provided bother parties agree.
6.2 Review the following at the end of each twelve-month review period:
6.2.1 Vendor performance
6.2.2 Price
6.2.3 Continuing need
6.2.4 Advancements in technologies and or service
6.3 The City may terminate the Agreement with or without cause or may continue through the
next renewal period.
6.4 Split awards may be made at the sole discretion of the City.
7. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Respondents shall submit one(1)executed(signed)
original and two(2)copies of each response. Completed documentation shall include:
7.1 Itemized, Signed Bid Sheet
7.2 Three client references that utilize like products or services. References to include
Business Name, Contact Name,Address,Telephone,and e-mail. Failure to provide
reference information may result in disqualification. A reference form is contained as a
part of this submittal package.
7.3 Chemical test approval notification from the City.
8. ORDER QUANTITY: The quantities shown on the solicitation are estimates only. No guarantee
of any minimum or maximum purchase is made or implied. The City will only order the products
or services needed to satisfy operating requirements within budgetary constraints,which may be
more or less than indicated.
9. ACCEPTANCE: The quality and installation of material shall be to the satisfaction of the Project
Administrator. Acceptance inspection should not take more than five(5)working days. The
successful Respondent will be notified within this time frame if the materials delivered are not in
full compliance with the specifications. If any purchase order is canceled for non-acceptance,the
needed items may be purchased elsewhere and the successful Respondent may be charged the
full increase, if any, in material cost and handling.
10. DAMAGE: The successful Respondent shall be responsible for damage to the City's equipment,
property and environment,the workplace and its contents by its work, negligence in work, its
personnel and equipment.
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ATTACHMENT A
CHLORINE
1. All chlorine delivered shall:
1.1. Be filtered with a media removing eighteen to twenty microns prior to filling any container for
delivery to the City of Round Rods.
1.2. Be 99.5 percent pure by volume.
1.3. Contain no soluble mineral or organic substances in quantities producing deleterious or injurious
effects on the health of persons consuming water that has been treated properly with liquid chlorine.
1.4. Not to exceed 150 parts per million(ppm)moisture by weight.
1.5. Not to exceed 10 ppm lead, 1 ppm mercury,3 ppm arsenic or 30 ppm of the sum of all heavy
metals.
1.6. Be in conformance with all applicable federal,state and local laws.
1.7. Have a certified weight ticket.
1.8. Be in dean,properly identified and labeled vehicles used only for the transport and delivery of
chlorine.
1.9. Use City owned equipment(e.g.;hoist apparatus,hand truck,etc.)
1.10. Be delivered to:
Water Plant
5494 N.IH 35
Round Rock,Texas 78681
And
Lake Creek Well Site
501 S.Mays
Round Rock,Texas 78664
And
Westinghouse Well Site
IH 35 and Westinghouse Road
Round Rock,Texas 78664
2. All containers shall:
2.1. Meet all applicable Department of Transportation and Chlorine Institute,Inc.standards.
2.2. Open with reasonable ease,using a wrench not greater than six inches in length.
2.3. Have a new or rebuilt valve installed prior to delivery.
2.4. Be visually inspected,vacuumed,exterior repainted,and leak tested prior to delivery.
2.5. Successfully pass hydrostatic testing at least every five years.
2.6. Have container number and tare weight dearly visible and legible.
3. The successful Respondent shall maintain a twenty-four (24) hour emergency service for liquid chlorine
emergencies that incudes,at a minimum,the following:
3.1. Trained and certified personnel in hazardous materials response that shall be on-site within two(2)
hours of emergency notification from the City.
3.2. All necessary equipment and apparatus for managing and remediating any emergency leak or
release of chlorine from Respondent supplied cylinders or containers.
3.3. Procedures for the removal and disposal of defective or leaking cylinders or containers.
LIQUID ALUMINUM SULFATE
1. All Liquid Aluminum Sulfate delivered shall:
1.1. Contain no less than 8 percent water-soluble aluminum oxide.
1.2. Contain no less than.35 percent water soluble iron.
1.3. Be free of insoluble and suspended matter, including but not limited to:chips,dirt,grit and all other
foreign matter.
1.4. Possess adequate clarity for the easy reading of measuring devices.
1.5. Be in conformance with all applicable federal,state and local laws.
1.6. Have a certified weight ticket.
1.7. Be in dean,properly identified and labeled trucks used only for the transport and delivery of liquid
aluminum sulfate.
1.8. Be delivered into four 10,000-gallon bulk storage tanks through a standard 2-inch female quick
connect.
1.9. Be delivered to:
Water Plant
5494 N.IH 36
Round Rock,Texas 78681
2. Special Requirements
2.1. Respondents wishing to submit bids for Liquid Aluminum Sulfate shall obtain product(s)approval
from the City prior to submitting a bid.
2.2. Respondents shall ship,at their own expense,a sample of the product to be bid to:
Kim Lutz
2008 Enterprise Dr.
Round Rock,TX 78664
2.3. The quantity of the sample product must be at least five(5)gallons and must be received at the
above address no later than 4:00 p.m.,on June 14,2011. Results will be provided viae-mail by
June 28,2011.
LIQUID ALUMINUM SULFATE WITH 2%COPPER SULFATE
1. All Liquid Aluminum Sulfate delivered shall:
1.1. Contain no less than 8 percent water-soluble aluminum oxide.
1.2. Contain no less than.35 percent water soluble iron.
1.3. Be free of insoluble and suspended matter,including but not limited to:chips,dirt,grit and all other
foreign matter.
1.4. Possess adequate clarity for the easy reading of measuring devices.
I.G. Be delivered in conformance with all applicable federal,state and local laws.
1.6. Have a certified weight ticket.
1.7. Be in a dean,properly identified and labeled trucks used only for the transport and delivery of liquid
aluminum sulfate.
1.8. Be delivered into four 10,000-gallon bulk storage tanks through a standard 2-inch female quick
connect.
1.9. Be delivered to:
Water Plant
5494 N.IH 35
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Round Rock,Texas 78681
2. Special Requirements
2.1. Respondents wishing to submit bids for Liquid Aluminum Sulfate shall obtain product approval from
the City prior to submitting a bid.
2.2. Respondents shall ship,at their own expense,a sample of the product to be bid to:
Kim Lutz
2008 Enterprise Dr.
Round Rock,TX 78664
2.3. The quantity of the sample product must be at least five(5)gallons and must be received at the
above address no later than 4:00 p.m.,on June 14,2011. Results will be provided via-e-mail by
June 28,2011.
HYDROFLUOSILICIC ACID 23%
1. All Hydrofluosilicic Acid delivered shall:
1.1. Be free of insoluble and suspended matter, including but not limited to:chips,dirt,grit and all other
foreign matter.
1.2. Contain between 20%and 30%Hydrofluosilicic Acid.
1.3. Maximum dosage of 1.2 mg/L fluoride ion.
1.4. Be delivered in conformance with all applicable federal,state and local laws.
1.5. Have a certified weight ticket.
1.6. Be in a clean,properly identified and labeled trucks used only for the transport and delivery of
hydrofluosilicic acid.
1.7. Be delivered into a bulk storage tank through a standard 2-inch female quick connect.
1.8. Be delivered to:
Water Plant
6494 N.IH 35
Round Rock,Texas 78681
And
Lake Creek Well Site
501 S.Mays
Round Rock,Texas 78664
2. The successful Respondent shall maintain a twenty-four(24)hour emergency service for hydrofluosilicic acid
emergencies that includes,at a minimum,the following:
2.1. Trained and certified personnel in hazardous materials response that shall be on-site within two(2)
hours of emergency notification from the City.
2.2. All necessary equipment and apparatus for managing and remediating an emergency leak or
release of hydrofluosilicic acid.
COAGULANT AID(LIQUID CATIONIC POLYMER)
NOTE: Because the quality of the City's raw water changes periodically,the City is interested in receiving bids for
various weights of polymer. Data characterizing the raw water quality is included in Part 111,Para.No.8 for use in
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product selection. Respondents may also submit polymer blends. The following specifications apply to all coagulant
aids:
1. All Liquid Cationic Polymer shall:
1.1. Have a high molecular weight.
1.2. Be cationic.
1.3. Be a liquid that is readily soluble in water at all concentrations.
1.4. Be effective over a pH range of 5.0 to 7.0 Standard Units.
1.5. Be effective over a temperature range from five degrees Celsius to 30 degrees Celsius.
1.6. Be resistant to chlorine.
1.7. Contain no less than.35 percent water soluble iron.
1.8. Be free of insoluble and suspended matter,including but not limited to:chips,dirt,grit and all other
foreign matter.
1.9. Possess adequate clarity for the easy reading of measuring devices.
1.10. Be delivered in conformance with all applicable federal,state and local laws.
1.11. Have a certified weight ticket.
1.12. Be in clean,properly identified and labeled fifty-five gallon drums.
1.13. Delivered to:
Water Plant
5494 N.IH 35
Round Rock,Texas 78681
2. Special Requirements
2.1. Respondents wishing to submit bids for Liquid Cationic Polymer shall obtain product approval from
the City prior to submitting a bid.
2.2. Respondents shall ship,at their own expense,a sample of the product to be bid to:
Kim Lutz
2008 Enterprise Dr.
Round Rock,TX 78664
2.3. The quantity of the sample product must be at least five(5)gallons and must be received at the
above address no later than 4:00 p.m.,on June 14,2011. Results will be provided via-e-mail by
June 28,2011.
POTASSIUM PERMANGANATE—FREE FLOWING
1. All Potassium Permanganate delivered shall:
2.1. Contain 97%granular crystalline potassium permanganate.
2.2. Contain less than 500 mg/kg chromium.
2.3. Contain less than 100 mg/kg cadmium.
2.4. Be non-clumping and free flowing with a pour test index of greater than 0.7.
2.5. Be delivered in conformance with all applicable federal,state and local laws.
2.6. Have a certified weight ticket.
2.7. Be in clean,properly identified and labeled fifty-five(55)gallon drums or bulk containers.
2.8. Be delivered to
Water Plant
5494 N.IH 35
Round Rock,Texas 78681
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3. The successful Respondent shall maintain a twenty-four (24) hour emergency service for Potassium
Permanganate emergencies that includes,at a minimum,the following:
3.1. Trained and certified personnel in hazardous materials response that shall be on-site within two(2)
hours of emergency notification from the City.
3.2. All necessary equipment and apparatus for managing and remediating an emergency leak or
release of potassium permanganate.
3.3. Procedures for the removal and disposal of defective or leaking drums or containers.
BELT PRESS POLYMER
1. All Belt Press Polymer delivered shall:
1.1. Have a high molecular weight.
1.2. Have a broad cationic charge.
1.3. Be a liquid that is readily soluble in water at all concentrations.
1.4. Be effective over a pH range of 5.0 to 7.0 Standard Units.
1.5. Be effective over a temperature range from five degrees Celsius to 30 degrees Celsius.
1.6. Contain no less than.35 percent water soluble iron.
1.7. Be free of insoluble and suspended matter,including but not limited to:chips,dirt,grit and all other
foreign matter.
1.8. Possess adequate clarity for the easy reading of measuring devices.
1.9. Achieve a belt filter cake that is at least 93%solids at optimum dosing rates.
1.10. Be delivered in conformance with all applicable federal,state and local laws.
1.11. Have a certified weight ticket.
1.12. Be in clean,properly identified and labeled fifty-five gallon drums.
1.13. Be delivered to:
Water Plant
5494 N.IH 35
Round Rock,Texas 78681
2. Special Requirements
2.1. Respondents wishing to submit bids for Belt Press Polymer shall obtain product approval from the
City prior to submitting a bid.
2.2. Respondents must ship,at their own expense,a sample of the product to be bid to:
Kim Lutz
2008 Enterprise Dr.
Round Rock,TX 78664
2.3. The quantity of the sample product must be at least five(5)gallons and must be received at the
above address no later than 4:00 p.m.,on June 14,2011. Results will be provided via-e-mail by
June 28,2011.
LIQUID AMMONIUM SULFATE(LAS)
1. All Liquid Ammonium Sulfate delivered shall:
1.1 Contain no soluble mineral or organic substances in quantities producing deleterious or injurious
effects on the health of persons consuming water that has been treated properly with chlorine.
1.2 Contain 10%ammonia(NH3).
1.3 Be completely soluble in water.
1.4 Be delivered in conformance with all applicable federal,state and local laws.
1.5 Have a certified weight ticket.
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1.6 Be in dean,properly identified and labeled vehicles used only for the transport and delivery of liquid
ammonium sulfate.
1.7 Be delivered into a bulk storage tank through a standard 2-inch female quick conned and 55 gallon
drums.
1.8 Be delivered to the
Water Plant
6494 N.IH 35
Round Rock,Texas 78681
And
Lake Creek Well Site
501 S.Mays
Round Rock,Texas 78664
And
Westinghouse Well Site
IH 35 and Westinghouse Road
Round Rock,Texas 78664
2. The successful Respondent shall maintain a local twenty-four(24)hour emergency service for liquid
ammonium sulfate emergencies that includes,at a minimum,the following:
2.1 Trained and certified personnel in hazardous materials response that shall be on-site within two(2)
hours of emergency notification from the City.
2.2 All necessary equipment and apparatus for managing and remediating an emergency leak or
release of liquid ammonium sulfate.
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ATTACHMENT A
CITY OF ROUND ROCK
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
1. INSURANCE:The Vendor shall procure and maintain at its sole cost and expense for the duration
of the contract or purchase order resulting from a response to this bid/Specification insurance
against claims for mrunes to persons or damages to proper which may arise from or in
connection with the performance of the work as a result of this bid by the successful bidder,its
agents. representatives volunteers employees or subcontractors
1.1. Certificates of Insurance and endorsements shall be fumished to the City and approved
by the City before work commences.
1.2. The following standard insurance policies shall be required:
1.2.1. General Liability Policy
1.2.2. Automobile Liability Policy
1.2.3. Worker's Compensation Policy
1.3. The following general requirements are applicable to all policies:
1.3.1. Only insurance companies licensed and admitted to do business in the State of
Texas shall be accepted.
1.3.2. Deductibles shall be listed on the Certificate of Insurance and are acceptable
only on a per occurrence basis for property damage only.
1.3.3. Claims made policies shall not be accepted,except for Professional Liability
Insurance.
1.3.4. Upon request,certified copies of all insurance policies shall be fumished to the
City
1.3.5. Policies shall include,but not be limited to,the following minimum limits:
1.3.5.1. Minimum Bodily Injury Limits of$300,000.00 per occurrence.
1.3.5.2. Property Damage Insurance with minimum limits of$50,000.00 for
each occurrence.
1.3.5.3. Automobile Liability Insurance for all owned, non-owned,and hired
vehicles with minimum limits for Bodily Injury of$100,000.00 each
person,and$300,000.00 for each occurrence,and Property
Damage Minimum limits of$50,000.00 for each occurrence.
1.3.5.4. Statutory Worker's Compensation Insurance and minimum
$100,000.00 Employers Liability Insurance.
1.3.6. Coverage shall be maintained for two years minimum after the termination of the
Contract.
1.4. The City shall be entitled,upon request,and without expense to receive copies of
insurance policies and all endorsements thereto and may make reasonable request for
deletion, revision,or modification of particular policy terms,conditions,limitations,or
exclusions(except where policy provisions are established by law or regulation binding
either of the parties hereto or the underwriter of any of such policies). Upon such request
by the City,the Vendor shall exercise reasonable efforts to accomplish such changes in
policy coverage and shall pay the cost thereof. All insurance and bonds shall meet the
requirements of the bid specification and the insurance endorsements stated below.
1.5. Vendor agrees that with respect to the required insurance,all insurance contracts and
certificate(s)of insurance will contain and state,in writing,on the certificate or its
attachment,the following provisions:
1.5.1. Provide for an additional insurance endorsement clause declaring the Vendor's
insurance as primary.
1.5.2. Name the City and its officers,employees,and elected officials as additional
insured's,(as the interest of each insured may appear)as to all applicable
coverage.
1.5.3. Provide thirty days notice to the City of cancellation,non-renewal,or material
changes
1.5.4. Remove all language on the certificate of insurance indicating:
1.5.4.1. That the insurance company or agent/broker shall endeavor to notify
the City;and,
1.5.4.2. Failure to do so shall impose no obligation of liability of any kind
upon the company, its agents,or representatives.
1.5.5. Provide for notice to the City at the addresses listed below by registered mail:
1.5.6. Vendor agrees to waive subrogation against the City,its officers,employees,
and elected officials for injuries,including death,property damage,or any other
loss to the extent same may be covered by the proceeds of insurance.
1.5.7. Provide that all provisions of this contract concerning liability,duty,and standard
of care together with the indemnification provision,shall be underwritten by
contractual liability coverage sufficient to include such obligations within
applicable policies.
1.5.8. All copies of the Certificate of Insurance shall reference the project name,bid
number or purchase order number for which the insurance is being supplied.
1.5.9. Vendor shall notify the City in the event of any change in coverage and shall
give such notices not less than thirty days prior notice to the change,which
notice shall be accomplished by a replacement Certificate of Insurance.
1.5.10. All notices shall be mailed to the City at the following addresses:
Assistant City Manager City Attorney
City of Round Rock City of Round Rock
221 East Main 309 East Main
Round Rock,TX 78664-5299 Round Rock,TX 78664
6. WORKERS COMPENSATION INSURANCE
6.1. Texas Labor Code,Section 406.098 requires workers'compensation insurance coverage
for all persons providing services on building or construction projects for a governmental
entity.
6.1.1. Certificate of coverage("certificate')-A copy of a certificate of insurance,a certificate of
authority to self-insure issued by the Texas Workers'Compensation
Commission,or a coverage agreement(TWCC-81,TWCC-82,TWCC-83,or
TWCC-84),showing statutory workers'compensation insurance coverage for
the person's or entity's employees providing services on a project,for the
duration of the project.
6.1.2. Duration of the project-includes the time from the beginning of the work on the
project until the CONTRACTOR'S/person's work on the project has been
completed and accepted by the OWNER.
6.2. Persons providing services on the project("subcontractor')in Section 406.096-includes
all persons or entities performing all or part of the services the CONTRACTOR has
undertaken to perform on the project, regardless of whether that person contracted
directly with the CONTRACTOR and regardless of whether that person has employees.
This includes,without limitation,independent contractors,subcontractors,leasing
companies,motor carriers,owner-operators,employees of any such entity,or employees
of any entity,which furnishes persons to provide services on the project. "Services"
include,without limitation,providing, hauling,or delivering equipment or materials,or
providing labor,transportation,or other service related to a project. "Services"does not
include activities unrelated to the project,such as food/beverage vendors,office supply
deliveries,and delivery of portable toilets.
6.3. The CONTRACTOR shall provide coverage,based on proper reporting of classification
codes and payroll amounts and filing of any coverage agreements,that meets the
statutory requirements of Texas Labor Code,Section 401.011(44)for all employees of the
CONTRACTOR providing services on the project,for the duration of the project.
6.4. The CONTRACTOR must provide a certificate of coverage to the OWNER prior to being
awarded the contract.
6.5. If the coverage period shown on the CONTRACTOR'S current certificate of coverage
ends during the duration of the project,the CONTRACTOR must,prior to the end of the
coverage period,file a new certificate of coverage with the OWNER showing that
coverage has been extended.
6.6. The CONTRACTOR shall obtain from each person providing services on a project,and
provide to the OWNER:
6.6.1. a certificate of coverage,prior to that person beginning work on the project,so
the OWNER will have on file certificates of coverage showing coverage for all
persons providing services on the project;and
6.6.2. no later than seven calendar days after receipt by the CONTRACTOR,a new
certificate of coverage showing extension of coverage,if the coverage period
shown on the current certificate of coverage ends during the duration of the
project.
6.7. The CONTRACTOR shall retain all required certificates of coverage for the duration of
the project and for one year thereafter.
6.8. The CONTRACTOR shall notify the OWNER in writing by certified mail or personal
delivery,within 10 calendar days after the CONTRACTOR knew or should have known,
or any change that materially affects the provision of coverage of any person providing
services on the project.
6.9. The CONTRACTOR shall post on each project site a notice,in the text,form and manner
prescribed by the Texas Workers'Compensation Commission,informing all persons
providing services on the project that they are required to be covered,and stating how a
person may verify coverage and report lack of coverage.
6.10. The CONTRACTOR shall contractually require each person with whom it contracts to
provide services on a project,to:
6.10.1. provide coverage,based on proper reporting of classification codes and payroll
amounts and filing of any coverage agreements,that meets the statutory
requirements of Texas Labor Code, Section 401.011(44)for all its employees
providing services on the project,for the duration of the project;
6.10.2. provide to the CONTRACTOR, prior to that person beginning work on the
project,a certificate of coverage showing that coverage is being provided for all
employees of the person providing services on a project,for the duration of the
project;
6.10.3. provide the CONTRACTOR,prior to the end of the coverage period,a new
certificate of coverage showing extension of coverage,if the coverage period
shown on the current certificate of coverage ends during the duration of the
project;
6.10.3.1. obtain from each other person with whom it contracts,and provide to
the CONTRACTOR:
6.10.3.1.1. a certificate of coverage,prior to the other person
beginning work on the project;and
6.10.3.1.2. a new certificate of coverage showing extension of
coverage,prior to the end of the coverage period, if
the coverage period shown on the current certificate
of coverage ends during the duration of the project
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6.10.3.2. retain all required certificates of coverage on file for the duration of
the project and for one year thereafter;
6.10.3.3. notify the OWNER in writing by certified mail or personal delivery,
within 10 calendar days after the person knew or should have
known,of any change that materially affects the provision of
coverage of any person providing services on the project;and
6.10.3.4. contractually require each person with whom it contracts,to perform
as required by paragraphs(A thru G),with the certificates of
coverage to be provided to the person for whom they are providing
services.
6.10.3.5. By signing the solicitation associated with this specification,or
providing,or causing to be provided a certificate of coverage,the
Contractor is representing to the Owner that all employees of the
Contractor who will provide services on the project will be covered
by workers'compensation coverage for the duration of the project,
that the coverage will be based on proper reporting of classification
codes and payroll amounts,and that all coverage agreements will
be filed with the appropriate insurance carrier or,in the case of a
self-insured,with the Commission's Division of Self-Insurance
Regulation. Providing false or misleading information may subject
the Contractor to administrative penalties,criminal penalties,civil
penalties,or other civil actions.
6.10.3.6. The Contractor's failure to comply with any of these provisions is a
breach of contract by the Contractor that entities the Owner to
declare the contract void if the Contractor does not remedy the
breach within ten calendar days after receipt of notice of breach
from the owner.