12-001296 NC ETC Supplementary Chemicals

The purpose of this Invitation for Bids is to seek competitive sealed bids from qualified vendors to establish an Agency Specific Term Contract to furnish and deliver supplementary chemicals on an “as needed” basis if and when ordered by the NC Emergency Training Center (ETC) during the contract period. The ETC will need bulk quantities of specific chemicals to treat the water and operate the swift water site. The site contains approximately 5 million gallons of water and will require regular chemical applications to maintain safe levels for training. • The contract term is for one year, with the option to renew for up to two additional one-year terms. • The State reserves the right to make separate awards to different vendors for one or more line items. • Vendors must submit bids through the Sourcing Tool, and late bids will not be accepted. • The State encourages vendors to identify opportunities to reduce the total cost to the State. • The contract requires the vendor to designate a contract manager and provide customer service. • The vendor must certify that it has the financial capacity to perform and continue to perform its obligations under the contract.