Chemicals - Sodium Hypochlorite & Bisulfite / DPWP

This sealed‑bid solicitation from the City of Worcester seeks a one‑year supply of high‑purity sodium hypochlorite and liquid sodium bisulfite for its wastewater treatment facilities. The contract requires rapid bulk deliveries—including standard 48‑hour and emergency 12‑hour response times—and specifies strict insurance and compliance certifications. Univar USA was identified as the lowest responsible bidder and was awarded the contract. The agreement includes optional second and third year renewals at the City’s discretion, with a “no price increase” expectation unless the bidder explicitly states an increase. • Products: Sodium hypochlorite (≥15 % chlorine) and liquid sodium bisulfite (38‑40 % concentration). • Quantities: Up to 60,000 gal of each chemical annually, broken into four delivery buckets with emergency provisions. • Delivery: Bulk shipments with 48‑hour standard and 12‑hour emergency response windows to the Combined Sewage Overflow Treatment Facility. • Contract term: December 1 2022 – November 30 2023, with up to two optional one‑year extensions.