This is a service / maintenance or supply contract in Akron, Ohio. Contact the soliciting agency for additional information.

The City of Akron intends to purchase the subject items from the lowest and best responsible bidder or bidders (each, a "supplier") in accordance with the conditions and specifications contained or referenced in this Invitation to Bid. The City will retain the right to terminate any agreement regarding the purchase of the services for any reason upon 30 days' notice. Please submit a bid for furnishing Liquid Sodium Hydroxide (Caustic Soda), over the period January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2023, allowing for a 30 day cancellation notice by the City only, and the supplier making no claim for damages or additional compensation by reason of such cancellation. The price for the item will be fixed over the specified term in the selected and awarded option. The items delivered under this bid shall remain the property of the supplier and not be paid for until a physical inspection and actual usage of these items are made, and thereafter accepted to the satisfaction of the City. The items must comply with the terms herein and be fully in accordance with the attached specifications. In the event the items supplied to the City are found to be defective or does not conform to the specifications, the City reserves the right to cancel the order upon a 30 day written notice to the supplier, return the items to supplier at the supplier's expense, and refuse to pay until specifications are met. Alternate quotes or deviations from the specifications must be identified as an alternate quote or deviation from the specification. You must note in writing any exceptions to the conditions of this bid. Exceptions to Bid Conditions will be attached to the bid. If no exceptions are stated, it will be understood that all general and specific conditions will be met, without exception. No exceptions to the terms included in the City' form of purchase order will be allowed and the City will not recognize any substitute terms and conditions contained in your Bid. The City of Akron Water Supply Division intends to use this specification to purchase liquid sodium hydroxide (caustic soda) 50% aqueous solution which will be used to stabilize pH of drinking water as detailed It is agreed that a supplier will not assign, transfer, cancel, convey, or otherwise dispose of the contract or its right, title or interest in or to the same, or any part thereof, without previous written consent by the City and any sureties. Pursuant to Section 34.09 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Akron, Ohio, the Purchasing Agent has determined that a bid or performance bond will not be required. Your Bid shall be considered an offer, which offer shall be deemed accepted upon the issuance of a purchase order. In case of a default on the part of the supplier after such acceptance, the City may take such action as it deems appropriate including legal action for damages or specific performance. Minority business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, or national origin in consideration for an award. The City of Akron, through its duly authorized constituted officials, reserves the right to reject any, part of any, or all bids, to waive informality in any bid, to award the purchase in the best interest of the City and its Citizens, to hold all bids for 90 days before acceptance, and/or re-bid. The City also reserves the right to waive minor variation to specifications (interpretation of minor variances will be made by applicable City representative). Persons with disabilities needing assistance should contact Yamani Adkins, Director of Human Resources and ADA Coordinator (as soon as possible or at least 7 days in advance of a scheduled event) 330-375-2780. Questions Due Date: Oct 27th 2022, 4:00 PM EDT