Lee County Southwest Florida #B200253AEJ

Purchase of Sulfuric Acid-Annual

The award involves the Lee County Board of County Commissioners in Florida purchasing sulfuric acid for water treatment facilities through multiple contracts with vendor Interacid North America, Inc., formerly Sulphuric Acid Trading Company, Inc., and amendments increasing unit prices and renewing contracts. The initial contract started on August 4, 2020, with a three-year term and options for renewal, including amendments that increased the unit price from approximately $1.0614 to $1.6295 per gallon due to rising import and freight costs. The contracts cover the supply of sulfuric acid with concentrations between 93.19% and 95%, used for pH adjustment in water treatment, with detailed requirements for delivery, safety, and compliance. The contracts include renewal options, amendments for price adjustments, and renewal confirmations extending the agreement for additional one-year periods. The total initial annual amount was approximately $318,420, with expenditures in the previous year around $268,560. The awards also specify responsibilities for delivery, safety training, insurance, and public records compliance.

Description

Annual contract for the purchase of sulfuric acid (93.19% - 95%) for Lee County Utilities water treatment facilities. The contract was awarded to Interacid North America, Inc (formerly Sulphuric Acid Trading Company, Inc). The initial term started on August 4, 2020, for three years with options to renew for up to three additional one-year periods. The contract includes multiple amendments and renewals, including a price increase approved in 2023. The contract amount was initially $318,420.00 annually.

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