As part of blanket purchase orders for FY 2026‑27, the District plans to procure significant volumes of treatment chemicals such as sodium hypochlorite, Praestol polymers, aluminum chlorohydrate, phosphoric acid, acetic acid, and ferric chloride from vendors including Univar USA Inc, Sterling Water Technologies, Brenntag Pacific Inc, and HASA Inc. The staff report notes that chemical purchases are subject to ongoing requests for quotes because of significant market price fluctuations, and vendors are frequently compared to ensure the lowest cost per order. This indicates a recurring, high‑value chemical supply program in which vendors can compete on price and reliability at the order level, even if BPO ceilings are pre‑approved. Suppliers of equivalent NSF‑certified products, logistics services, or alternative formulations have an opportunity to position themselves as competitive sources for individual orders or to backstop supply risks during FY 2026‑27.
Staff explicitly states chemicals will continue to be purchased via frequent quotes due to market vo...
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