University of Arizona #L342602

Comprehensive Water Treatment Program for University of Arizona Central Utility Plants

The University of Arizona is seeking a comprehensive, service-oriented water treatment program for its central utility plants in Tucson, AZ. - Government Buyer: - Arizona Board of Regents, University of Arizona, Supply Chain Services - Products and Equipment Requested: - Inhibitors for tower and chilled water systems (trace/phosphonate, azole, polymer-based, silica-based) - Dispersants (liquid, with one-drum treatment option) - Acid feed (93% sulfuric acid) for cooling towers - Multiple biocides (liquid stabilized bromine, glutaraldehyde, sodium hypochlorite, chlorine dioxide) - Polymer/caustic-based treatments and catalyzed liquid sulfite for steam boilers - Amine-based treatments for condensate systems (specific university blend, FDA limits apply) - Smart controllers and monitoring equipment (non-proprietary preferred, features include remote monitoring, ORP, pH, conductivity, luminescent trace, microbiocide control) - Chlorine dioxide generator (50 lbs/day or greater, maintenance contract recommended) - Services Requested: - Weekly water treatment service for all relevant systems (towers, boilers, chill loops, condensate returns, make-up water) - Initial and semi-annual training for university staff (chemical safety, handling, emergency response, equipment operation) - 24-hour emergency service availability (service rep within two hours) - Quarterly review meetings with university and consultant - Quarterly laboratory analyses of all treated systems - Cooling tower cleaning and sterilization (hydrogen peroxide and physical cleaning) - Notable Requirements: - Minimize chemical handling and safety hazards for university personnel - Maintain or contract with a water-conditioning testing laboratory - Compliance with USDA, OSHA, and USEPA standards - Penalties for chemical shortages, missed visits, and equipment failures - Preference for non-proprietary, leaseable smart controllers - Detailed reporting and monitoring (weekly ORP curves, compliance with water discharge limits) - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation; solutions must meet detailed technical and safety specifications.

Description

The University of Arizona, represented by the Arizona Board of Regents, is soliciting proposals for a comprehensive, service-oriented water treatment program for its central utility plants. The program covers systems including high pressure steam boiler steam and feed water, closed loop chilled water, and cooling towers. The contract term is one year with the option to renew for four additional one-year periods. The scope includes minimizing chemical handling hazards, providing professional service personnel, monitoring and reporting compliance with water discharge limits, training university personnel, and improving energy efficiency through water quality management.

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