REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BROCK D. BUCHE, PE, PLS, Director
Department of Public Utilities
BY: ANTHONY WHITE, MBA, Assistant Director
Department of Public Utilities - Water Division
RUSSELL B. GUILLIAMS, Water Manager - Certified
Department of Public Utilities - Water Division
SUBJECT
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Approval of $271,066.59 of additional funding for Sodium Hypochlorite Requirements Contract with Univar USA, Inc. to cover outstanding invoices, for a total contract amount of $1,670,488.59 that incurred during vendor transition. (Bid File 9487) (Citywide)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that Council approve an additional $271,066.59 to the prior Requirements Contract with Univar USA, Inc., for Sodium Hypochlorite, bringing the total amount to $1,670,488.59 to cover outstanding invoices. Additionally, authorize the Director of Public Utilities, or designee, to execute necessary actions and payments on behalf of the City of Fresno (City).
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
The Department of Public Utilities, Water Division, requires Sodium Hypochlorite for water disinfection to ensure compliance with federal and state drinking water standards. While the contract with a new vendor has been awarded to Thatcher Company in November of 2024; Univar USA, Inc., the previous supplier, has continued to provide the chemical to meet the City's needs. However, the prior contract has expired and is largely depleted, resulting in outstanding invoices totaling $271,066.59.
This funding request is essential to settle outstanding balances with the previous vendor and prevent disruptions to chemical deliveries, which are crucial for meeting regulatory requirements. By approving the proposed increase, the City can clear pending invoices and ensure its water treatment operations remain compliant and effective.
BACKGROUND
The City is required by federal and state drinking water regulations to always maintain a chlorine residual of greater than 0.2 milligrams per liter in the dist...
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