The City of Worcester is seeking a one‑year supply of bulk liquid chemicals—sodium hypochlorite (≥15 % chlorine) and sodium bisulfite (38‑40 % concentration)—with both routine bulk deliveries and rapid‑response emergency deliveries. The contract is a sealed‑bid, firm‑price solicitation with the possibility of two additional one‑year extensions at the City’s discretion. Univar USA was identified as the awardee, indicating they will provide all required product analysis, sampling support, insurance, and a one‑year warranty on delivered material.
• Scope: 60,000 gal of sodium hypochlorite and 20,000 gal of sodium bisulfite annually, with specific delivery windows (48 h bulk, 12 h emergency).
• Procurement: Open sealed‑bid competition; award to lowest responsible bidder; firm per‑gallon pricing; no bond required.
• Requirements: F.O.B. Worcester, MA; product analysis and sampling; insurance coverage; one‑year performance guarantee; prompt‑pay discount for terms ≥30 days.