UNC-Energy Servies - Cogeneration Systems Sodium Hydroxide

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking bids for the supply of approximately 47,000 gallons of sodium hydroxide (caustic soda) on a yearly basis. The sodium hydroxide is intended for use in regeneration of anion exchange resins for high pressure boiler water treatment and polishing. Bidders must have a minimum of five years' experience selling and servicing the products required and provide documentation of their experience. The initial term of the contract will be for a three-year period with the option to renew for two additional one-year periods. • The bid price shall constitute the total cost to the University for delivery fully assembled and ready for use, including all applicable charges for shipping, delivery, handling, administrative and other similar fees. • The University reserves the right to evaluate all bids for suitability for the required use and to award the one best meeting requirements and considered to be in the University’s best interest. • The successful bidder must supply certification of training of the drivers, including the carrier’s requirement for commercial driver’s license and tanker endorsement, and provide the carriers written policies and procedures for spill response. • The bidder shall provide the drivers with all safety equipment required for the safe transfer of the products in this specification.