Supply Zinc-Orthophosphate for WT Facilities

The contract is for the supply of Zinc-Orthophosphate for the Water Treatment Facilities in the City of Port St. Lucie. The initial contract term started on July 1, 2016, and the current contract expiration date is June 30, 2027. The contract includes a 12% price increase due to raw material, packaging, and freight costs. The vendor, American Water Chemicals, Inc., will provide the Zinc-Orthophosphate as needed, with unit prices firm for three years and potential price adjustments every 12 months thereafter. Key points about the contract include: • The contract is a sole source contract, waived for good cause shown. • The estimated annual cost is $73,000, plus a one-time $10 indemnification fee. • The contract includes provisions for successors and assigns, as well as an entire agreement clause. • The contract was approved by the City Council on July 25, 2016.