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INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM
Date: February 12, 2019
To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
Through: Harvey Robinson, Interim City Manager
From: Donnie Stanton, Assistant Director of Utilities
RE: PR 20694—50% Sodium Hydroxide for Water Treatment
Introduction: The intent of this Agenda Item is to seek City Council's approval for the
purchase of 50% sodium hydroxide for use at the Water Treatment Plant. The lowest bid was
from Brenntag Southwest Inc., Lancaster, TX. The total projected budgetary impact for this
chemical is $81,055.00; funds are available in Account No. 410-1252-532.29-02, Treatment
Chemicals. This chemical will be purchased on an 'as needed' basis.
Background: Sodium hydroxide is used to adjust the pH of the drinking water as it is treated
at the Water Purification facility. Estimated annual usage is 145 dry tons of 50% sodium
hydroxide. The term of the award is four (4) months. Four (4) vendors submitted bids, which
were received on January 30, 2019. The lowest and best bid that met specifications was from
Brenntag Southwest, Inc. of Lancaster, Texas.
Bidder Cost per Unit Est. Total
Brenntag Southwest, Inc., Lancaster, TX $559.00 $81,055.00
DXI Industries. Inc., Houston, TX $616.49 $89,391.05
Univar USA, Inc., Kent, WA $618.00 $89,610.00
Vantex Chemicals, Lumberton, TX $605.00 $87,725.00
Budget Impact: It is estimated that 145 dry tons of 50% sodium hydroxide will be used for
four (4) months for the Water Purification Division; the total projected budgetary impact for
this chemical is $81,055.00, and funds are available in Account No. 410-1252-532.29-02,
Treatment Chemicals. The chemicals will be purchased on an as-needed basis.
Recommendation: It is recommended that City Council approve P. R. No. 20345, awarding
the contract for 50% sodium hydroxide from Brenntag Southwest, Inc. with a projected
budgetary impact of$81,055.00.
"Remember,we are here to serve the Citizens of Port Arthur"
P. R. No. 20694
02/12/19ds
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RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CONTRACT FOR
THE PURCHASE OF 50% SODIUM HYDROXIDE TO BE
USED AT THE WATER TREATMENT PLANT OF THE
UTILITIES DEPARTMENT FROM BRENNTAG
SOUTHWEST, INC OF LANCASTER, TEXAS WITH A
TOTAL PROJECTED BUDGETARY IMPACT OF
$81,055.00. FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE IN UTILITIES
ACCOUNT NO. 410-1252-532.29-02, TREATMENT
CHEMICALS.
WHEREAS, the Utilities Department routinely utilizes sodium hydroxide to adjust the
pH for the effective treatment of purified water at the Water Purification Plant; and,
WHEREAS, the Purchasing Division solicited bids from for such water treatment
chemicals, as delineated in our Purchasing Policy, on January 30, 2019; and,
WHEREAS, bids were solicited from (4) four vendors, and (4) four vendors submitted
bids, (Exhibit A—bid tabulation); and,
WHEREAS, Brenntag Southwest, Inc. of Lancaster, TX was the lowest and best bid
with a total projected budgetary impact of$81,055.00.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR:
THAT, the Interim City Manager of the City of Port Arthur is hereby authorized and
directed to execute, on behalf of the City of Port Arthur, a four (4) month contract between the
City of Port Arthur and Brenntag Southwest, Inc. of Houston, Texas, for 50% sodium hydroxide
with a total projected budgetary impact of$81,055.00, attached as Exhibit"B"; and,
THAT, the City can terminate this contract at its convenience with ten (10) days written
notice; and,
P. R. No. 20694
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THAT, funding for these chemicals is provided for in the Utilities Department budget,
Account No. 410-1252-532.29-02, Treatment Chemicals; and,
THAT, a copy of the caption of this resolution be spread upon the minutes of the City
Council.
READ, ADOPTED, AND APPROVED THIS day of , 2019 at
a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Port Arthur,Texas,by the following vote:
AYES: Mayor
Councilmembers:
NOES:
Derrick Freeman, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED FOR ADMINISTRATION:
Sherri Bellard, City Secretary Harvey Robinson, Interim City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
760/ 1//_,,VValecia Tizeno, ttoney Dr. Hani Tohme, P.E.
Director of Public Services
APPROVED AS TO AVAILABILITY OF
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Clifton illiams, CPPB
Finance Director Purchasing Manager
Account No. 410-1252-532.29-02
Exhibit "A"
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Exhibit "B"
Purchasing Contract Agreement
(Brenntag Southwest, Inc.)
P. R. No. 20694
02/12/19 ds
PURCHASING CONTRACT
FOR 50% SODIUM HYDROXIDE AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made this the of , 2019, by and
between an individual, firm partnership or corporation, BRENNTAG SOUTHWEST,
INC., hereinafter called "Vendor", and the City of Port Arthur, a municipal corporation
organized under the laws of the State of Texas, hereinafter called the "Owner" or
"City".
WITNESSETH: That for and in consideration of the payments, terms,
conditions and agreements set forth herein, Owner and Vendor agree as follows:
1. The term of this Contract shall be for four (4) months from the date
issued on the Notice to Proceed, unless sooner terminated under the provision
hereof. The City can terminate this contract at its convenience which includes, but
not limited to, funding not being available in any budget cycle with ten (10) days
written notice.
2. The Vendor will provide 50% Sodium Hydroxide, as delineated and
submitted in their bid on January 30, 2019.
3. During the term of this Contract, the Vendor will furnish all of the
materials and supplies, as stated in the advertised bid specifications, described as:
50% Sodium Hydroxide
4. The Vendor agrees to deliver all materials on an as-needed basis
during the term of this contract, for a bid price of $559.00/dry ton as shown in the
Bid schedule.
5. The term "Contract Documents" means and includes the following:
A. Agreement
B. Specifications
C. General Information
D. Bid
E. Addendum
F. Notice to Proceed
6. This Agreement shall be binding upon all parties hereto and their
respective heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns.
P. R. No. 20694
02/12/19 ds
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed, or caused to be execute by
their duly authorized officials, this Agreement in two (2) copies each of which shall be
deemed an original on the date first above written.
SIGNED AND AGREED to on the day of , 2019.
WITNESS: CONTRACTOR:
Brenntag Southwest, Inc.
SIGNED AND AGREED to on the day of , 2019.
WITNESS: CITY OF PORT ARTHUR:
City Secretary City Manager
DERRICK FORD FREEMAN,MAYOR HARVEY ROBINSON
THOMAS J.KINLAW III,MAYOR PRO TEM city of — INTERIM CITY MANAGER
COUNCIL MEMBERS: " SHERRI BELLARD,TRMC
RAYMOND SCOTT,JR. rthur CITY SECRETARY
CAL J.JONES
HAROLD DOUCET,SR. Texas VAL TIZENO
CHARLOTTE MOSES CITY ATTORNEY
KAPRINA FRANK
JANUARY 14,2019
INVITATION TO BID
50% Sodium Hydroxide
DEADLINE: Sealed Bid submittals must be received and time stamped by 3:00 p.m., Central Standard
Time, Wednesday, January 30, 2019. (The clock located in the City Secretary's office will be the official
time.) All bids received will be read aloud at 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 in the City Council
Chambers, City Hall, 5th Floor, Port Arthur, TX. You are invited to attend.
MARK ENVELOPE: P19-027
DELIVERY ADDRESS: Please submit one (1) original and one (1) copy of your bid to:
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR CITY OF PORT ARTHUR
CITY SECRETARY or CITY SECRETARY
P.O. BOX 1089 444 4TH STREET, 4th Floor
PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS 77641 PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS 77640
POINTS OF CONTACT:
Questions concerning the Invitation to Bid or Scope of Work should be directed in writiir to:
City of Port Arthur, TX
Clifton Williams, Purchasing Manager
P.O. Box 1089
Port Arthur,TX 77641
clifton.williams@portarthurtx.gov
Purchasing Division/Finance Department I Purchasing Manager,Clifton Williams,CPPB
P.O.Box 1089 444 4th Street1 Port Arthur,Texas 776411 409.983.8160 I Fax 409.983.8291
The enclosed Invitation to Bid (ITB) and accompanying General Instructions, Conditions and Specifications are
for your convenience in submitting bids for the enclosed referenced services for the City of Port Arthur.
Bids must be signed by a person having authority to bind the firm in a contract. Bids shall be placed in a sealed
envelope, with the Vendor's name and address in the upper left-hand corner of the envelope.
ALL BIDS MUST BE RECEIVED IN THE CITY SECRETARY'S OFFICE BEFORE OPENING DATE
AND TIME. It is the sole responsibility of the firm to ensure that the sealed ITB submittal arrives at the above
location by specified deadline regardless of delivery method chosen by the firm. Faxed or electronically
transmitted ITB submittals will not be accepted.
Clifton Williams, CPPB
Purchasing Manager
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INVITATION TO BID
50% Sodium Hydroxide
(To be Completed ONLY IF YOU DO NOT BID)
FAILURE TO RESPOND TO BID SOLICITATIONS FOR TWO (2) BID PERIODS MAY RESULT IN
REMOVAL FROM THE VENDOR'S LIST. However, if you are removed you will be reinstated upon request.
In the event you desire not to submit a bid, we would appreciate your response regarding the reason(s).
Your assistance in completing and returning this form in an envelope marked with the enclosed bid
would be appreciated.
NO BID is submitted: this time only not this commodity/service only
Yes No
Does your company provide this product or services?
Were the specifications clear?
Were the specifications too restrictive?
Does the City pay its bills on time?
Do you desire to remain on the bid list for this product or service?
Does your present work load permit additional work?
Comments/Other Suggestions:
Company Name:
Person Completing Form: Telephone:
Mailing Address: Email:
City, State, Zip Code: Date:
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SPECIFICATIONS FOR 50%SODIUM HYDROXIDE
CHEMICAL FOR THE CITY OF PORT
ARTHUR UTILITY OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT
GENERAL INFORMATION
The chemical specified herein shall conform to Standard 60 of the American United Laboratory National
Standards Institute/National Sanitation Foundation/Underwriter's Laboratory (ANSI/NSF/UL). Conformance
with this Standard must be certified by an agency recognized by the TCEQ. Each bidder shall provide such
certification to the City, with their bid, along with a current Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for any
chemicals supplied per these specifications.
All bids are to be F.O.B. at the specified City delivery location in Port Arthur, Texas. The delivery points will
include the Water Purification Plant at 1101 H.O. Mills Blvd., Main WWTP at 6300 Procter St. Ext., and the
Port Acres WWTP at 2901 W. Hwy. 365, and will be specified on the order. The WWTP's will only receive
shipments of liquid chlorine. The City of Port Arthur will not accept demurral charges or freight bills. Shippers
shall notify the appropriate City personnel prior to unloading any of the above-mentioned items.
Successful bidder, or bidders, must agree to enter into a contract with the City of Port Arthur. The contract is to
be for one year. Shipments are to be made as needed. No price increases will be allowed for the first ninety
(90) days durinif life of the contracts. The estimated quantities stated below are supplied as a basis for bidding
purposes only. These quantities were estimated from past experience, and do not obligate the City to purchase
these exact amounts
Chemical price shall be firm for 90 days. Thirty (30) days prior written notice must be submitted, along with
market justification, for any price changes during the life of the contract. The vendor is required to submit a
letter from their supplier to the City of Port Arthur showing any increase or decrease in price to the vendor by
their supplier from the previous month. Officers of each company must sign this letter. If there is a price
decrease to the vendor by their supplier the City will be riven an equal decrease. The City reserves the right to
cancel this contract with fifteen(15) days prior written notice.
The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids, and to waive informalities. The City reserves the right to
award all items to one responsible bidder, or to award by item.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Item No. 1 50% (by weight)Sodium Hydroxide—145 dry tons (estimated)
Solution should contain approximately 6.4 lbs. of dry sodium hydroxide per gallon. It should contain nothing
injurious to the health of consumers of water treated. It shall be free of any foreign material that may cause
excessive clogging of strainer or flow control valve. Shipments shall be made in 4,000 to 4,500 gallon loads as
ordered, by tank truck. Supplier shall be prepared to deliver under the following conditions. Water Plant
storage connection consists of 2" PVC pipe with a 2" stainless steel female quick coupling. Static lift required
is 20 feet, and must be blown off with transporter's compressor. The sodium hydroxide to be supplied shall
conform to the American Water Works Association Standard B501-75, or the latest revision of this standard.
The manufacturer or vendor shall provide an affidavit(signed by an officer of the company) acknowledging that
the sodium hydroxide furnished, according to the City of Port Arthur's order, complies with all applicable
requirements of AWWA Standards.
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CITY OF PORT ARTHUR, TEXAS
BID SHEET
BID FOR: 50% Sodium Hydroxide
BID DUE DATE: January 30, 2019
ITEM# UOM DESCRIPTION UNIT COST
1 DRY TONS 50% SODIUM HYDROXIDEDo$ 5561 . 7 Thr
Brenntag Southwest, Inc. 704 E Wintergreen Road
COMPANY NAME STREET ADDRESS
111PO Box970230. Dallas. 397
alas. Texas 75 -0230
SIGNATURE OF ItDER P.O. BOX -REMIT TO ADDRESS ONLY
W. Thomas Crain, Jr. Lancaster Texas 75134
PRINT OR TYPE NAME CITY STATE ZIP
President (713) 330-8570
111"LE AREA CODE TELEPHONE NO
gtuIlier@brenntag.com (713)450-4699
EMAIL FAX NO.
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NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT
CITY OF PORT ARTHUR §
STATE OF TEXAS §
By the signature below, the signatory for the bidder certifies that neither he nor the firm, corporation,
partnership or institution represented by the signatory or anyone acting for the firm bidding this project
has violated the antitrust laws of this State, codified at Section 15.01, et seq., Texas Business and
Commerce Code, or the Federal antitrust laws, nor communicated directly or indirectly the bid made
to any competitor or any other person engaged in the same line of business, nor has the signatory or
anyone acting for the firm, corporation or institution submitting a bid committed any other act of
collusion related to the development and submission of this bid proposal.
Signature:
Printed Name:
W. Thomas Crain, Jr.
Title: President
Company: Brenntag Southwest, Inc.
Date: January 21, 2019
W.Thomas Brenntag
SUBSCRIBED and sworn to before me the undersigned authority by Crain,Jr. the President of Southweston
behalf of said bidder.
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AFFIDAVIT
All pages in Offeror's Responses containing statements, letters, etc., shall be signed by a duly authorized officer
of the company whose signature is binding.
The undersigned offers and agrees to one of the following:
X I hereby certify that I do not have outstanding debts with the City of Port Arthur. I further agree to pay
succeeding debts as they become due.
I hereby certify that I do have outstanding debts with the City of Port Arthur and agree to pay said
debts prior to execution of this agreement. I further agree to pay succeeding debts as they become due. '
I hereby certify that I do have outstanding debts with the City of Port Arthur and agree to enter into an
agreement for the payment of said debts. I further agree to pay succeeding debts as they become due.
Brenntag Southwest, Inc. January 21, 2019
Firm Name Date
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President
Authorized Signature Title
W. Thomas Crain, Jr. (713) 330-8570
Name (please print) Telephone
gtullier@brenntag.com
Email
STATE: Texas
COUNTY: Dallas
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me by the above named W. Thomas Crain, Jr.
on this the 21st day of January , 20 19
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RETURN THIS AFFIDAVIT AS PART OF THE BID PROPOSAL
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CONFLICT OF INTEREST QUESTIONNAIRE FORM CIQ
For vendor doing business with local governmental entity
This questionnaire reflects changes made to the law by H.B. 23, 84th Leg., Regular Session. OFFICE USE ONLY
This questionnaire is being filed in accordance with Chapter 176, Local Government Code, by a vendor who
has a business relationship as defined by Section 176.001(1-a) with a local governmental entity and the Date Received
vendor meets requirements under Section 176.006(a).
By law this questionnaire must be filed with the records administrator of the local governmental entity not later
than the 7th business day after the date the vendor becomes aware of facts that require the statement to be
filed. See Section 176.006(a-1), Local Government Code.
A vendor commits an offense if the vendor knowingly violates Section 176.006, Local Government Cede.An
offense under this section is a misdemeanor.
J Name of vendor who has a business relationship with local governmental entity.
Brenntag Southwest, Inc.
J
1-3"q Check this box if you are filing an update to a previously filed questionnaire.(The law requires that you file an updated
completed questionnaire with the appropriate filing authority not later than the 7th business day after the date on which
you became aware that the originally filed questionnaire was incomplete or inaccurate.)
Name of local government officer about whom the information is being disclosed.
NONE
Name of Officer
Describe each employment or other business relationship with the local government officer; or a family member of the
officer,as described by Section 176.003(a)(2)(4). Also describe any family relationship with the local government officer.
Complete subparts A and B for each employment or business relationship described, Attach additional pages to this Form
CIO as necessary.
A. Is the local government officer or a family member of the officer receiving or likely to receive taxable income,
other than investment income, from the vendor?
I1Yes X No
B. Is the vendor receiving or likely to receive taxable income,other than investment income,from or at the direction
of the local government officer or a family member of the officer AND the taxable income is not received from the
local governmental entity?
Yes X No
Describe each employment or business relationship that the vendor named in Section 1 maintains with a corporation or
other business entity with respect to which the local government officer serves as an officer or director; or holds an
ownership interest of one percent or more.
NONE
LJCheck this box if the vendor has given the local government officer or a family member of the officer one or more gifts
as described in Section 176.003(a)(2)(B), excluding gifts described in Section 176.003(a-1).
January 21, 2019
Signature of vendo d hg business with the governmental entity Date
Form provided by Texas Ethics Commission www.ethics.state.tx.us Revised 11/30/2015
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CONFLICT OF INTEREST QUESTIONNAIRE
For vendor doing business with local governmental entity
Acomplete copy of Chapter 176 of the Local Government Code may be found at http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/
Docs/LG/htm/LG.176.htm. For easy reference,below are some of the sections cited on this form.
Local Government Code§176.001(1-a):"Business relationship"means a connection between two or more parties
based on commercial activity of one of the parties. The term does not include a connection based on:
(A) a transaction that is subject to rate or fee regulation by a federal,state,or local governmental entity or an
agency of a federal,state,or local governmental entity;
(B) a transaction conducted at a price and subject to terms available to the public;or
(C) a purchase or lease of goods or services from a person that is chartered by a state or federal agency and
that is subject to regular examination by,and reporting to,that agency.
Local Government Code§176.003(a)(2)(A)and(B):
(a) A local government officer shall file a conflicts disclosure statement with respect to a vendor if:
(2) the vendor:
(A) has an employment or other business relationship with the local government officer or a
family member of the officer that results in the officer or family member receiving taxable
income, other than investment income, that exceeds$2,500 during the 12-month period
preceding the date that the officer becomes aware that
(i) a contract between the local governmental entity and vendor has been executed;
or
(ii) the local governmental entity is considering entering into a contract with the
vendor;
(B) has given to the local government officer or a family member of the officer one or more gifts
that have an aggregate value of more than$100 in the 12-month period preceding the date the
officer becomes aware that:
(i) a contract between the local governmental entity and vendor has been executed;or
(ii) the local governmental entity is considering entering into a contract with the vendor.
Local Government Code§176.006(a)and(a-1)
(a) Avendor shall file a completed conflict of interest questionnaire if the vendor has a business relationship
with a local governmental entity and:
(1) has an employment or other business relationship with a local government officer of that local
governmental entity,or a family member of the officer,described by Section 176.003(a)(2)(A);
(2) has given a local government officer of that local governmental entity,or a family member of the
officer,one or more gifts with the aggregate value specified by Section 176.003(a)(2)(B),excluding any
gift described by Section 176.003(a-1);or
(3) has a family relationship with a local government officer of that local governmental entity.
(a-1) The completed conflict of interest questionnaire must be filed with the appropriate records administrator
not later than the seventh business day after the later of:
(1) the date that the vendor:
(A) begins discussions or negotiations to enter into a contract with the local governmental
entity;or
(B) submits to the local governmental entity an application,response to a request for proposals
or bids, correspondence, or another writing related to a potential contract with the local
governmental entity;or
(2) the date the vendor becomes aware:
(A) of an employment or other business relationship with a local government officer,or a
family member of the officer,described by Subsection(a);
(B) that the vendor has given one or more gifts described by Subsection(a);or
(C) of a family relationship with a local government officer.
Form provided by Texas Ethics Commission www.ethics.state.tx.us Revised 11;3012015
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SB 252
CHAPTER 2252 CERTIFICATION
W.Thomas Crain, Jr. ,the undersigned an representative
of Brenntag Southwest, Inc.
(Company or Business Name)
being an adult over the age of eighteen (18) years of age, pursuant to Texas Government Code, Chapter 2252,
Section 2252.152 and Section 2252.153,certify that the company named above is not listed on the website of the
Comptroller of the State of Texas concerning the listing of companies that are identified under Section 806.051,
Section 807.051 or Section 2253.153. I further certify that should the above-named company enter into a
contract that is on said listing of companies on the website of the Comptroller of the State of Texas which do
business with Iran, Sudan or any Foreign Terrorist Organization, I win immediately notify the City of Port
Arthur Purchasing Department.
W. Thomas Crain, Jr.
Name of Company Representative (Print)
LO/C,ekIL
Signature of Company Representative
January 21, 2019
Date
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House Bill 89 Verification
I, W. Thomas Crain, Jr. (Person name), the undersigned representative
(hereafter referred to as "Representative") of
Brenntag Southwest, Inc.
(company or business name, hereafter referred to as
"Business Entity"), being an adult over the age of eighteen (18) years of age, after being duly sworn
by the undersigned notary, do hereby depose and affirm the following:
1. That Representative is authorized to execute this verification on behalf of Business Entity;
2. That Business Entity does not boycott Israel and will not boycott Israel during the term of any
contract that will be entered into between Business Entity and the City of Port Arthur; and
3. That Representative understands that the term "boycott Israel" is defined by Texas
Government Code Section 2270.001 to mean refusing to deal with, terminating business activities
with, or otherwise taking any action that is intended to penalize, inflict economic harm on, or limit
commercial relations specifically with Israel, or with a person or entity doing business in Israel or in an
Israeli-controlled territory, but does not include an action made for ordinary business purposes.
SIGNATURE OF'EPRESENTATIVE
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO BEFORE ME, the undersigned authority, on this 21st day
of January , 20 19
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GENERAL INFORMATION:
NOTE: It is extremely important that the Vendor, Bidder, and/or Contractor furnish the City of Port
Arthur the required information specified in Bid or Proposal Specifications listed in this Bid Package.
All bids meeting the intent of this request for bid will be considered for award. BIDDERS TAKING
EXCEPTION TO THE SPECIFICATIONS, OR OFFERING SUBSTITUTIONS, SHALL STATE THESE
EXCEPTIONS BY ATTACHMENT AS PART OF THE BID. The absence of such a list shall indicate that the
bidder has not taken exceptions and the City shall hold the bidder responsible to perform in strict accordance
with the specifications of the invitation. The City reserves the right to accept any and all or none of the
exception(s)/substitutions(s) deemed to be in the best interest of the City of Port Arthur.
ALTERING BIDS: Bids cannot be altered or amended after submission deadline. Any interlineations,
alteration, or erasure made before opening time must be initialed by the signer of the bid, guaranteeing
authenticity.
BID AWARD: The City of Port Arthur will review all bids for responsiveness and compliance with these
specifications. The award shall be made to the responsive, responsible bidder who submits the best value bid.
The City reserves the right to:
1. Reject any and all bids and to make no award if it deems such action to be in its best interest.
2. Award bids on the lump sum or unit price basis,whichever is in the best interest of the City.
3. Reject any or all bids and to waive informalities or defects in bids or to accept such bids as it shall
deem to be in the best interests of the City.
4. Award bids to bidders whose principal place of business is in the City of Port Arthur and whose bid
is within 5% of the lowest bid price, as provided by Section 271.905 of the Texas Government Code.
Excluding Federal Funds
TERMINOLOGY: "Bid" vs. "Proposal"--For the purpose of this ITB, the terms "Bid" and Proposal" shall be
equivalent.
Bidders are cautioned to read the information contained in this ITB carefully and to submit a complete response
to all requirements and questions as directed.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST: Provide a completed copy of the Conflict of Interest Questionnaire (Form CIQ).
The Texas legislature recently enacted House Bill 914 which added Chapter 176 to the Texas Local
Government Code. Chapter 176 mandates the public disclosure of certain information concerning persons doing
business or seeking to do business with the City of Port Arthur, including affiliations and business and financial
relationships such persons may have with City of Port Arthur officers. The form can be can be located at the
Texas Ethics Commission website: https://www.ethics.state.tx.us/filinginfo/conflict forms.htm
By doing business or seeking to do business with the City of Port Arthur including submitting a response to this
RFP, you acknowledge that you have been notified of the requirements of Chapter 176 of the Texas Local
Government Code and you are representing that you in compliance with them.
Any information provided by the City of Port Arthur is for information purposes only. If you have
concerns about whether Chapter 176 of the Texas Local Government Code applies to you or the manner
in which you must comply,you should consult an attorney.
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ETHICS: Public employees must discharge their duties impartially so as to assure fair, competitive access to
governmental procurement by responsible contractors. Moreover, they should conduct themselves in such a
manner as to foster public confidence in the integrity of the City of Port Arthur's procurement organization.
Any employee that makes purchases for the City is an agent of the City and is required to follow the City's
Code of Ethics.
MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR RESPONSIBLE PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS: A prospective bidder must
affirmatively demonstrate bidder's responsibility. A prospective bidder must meet the following requirements:
1. Be able to comply with the required or proposed delivery schedule.
2. Have a satisfactory record of performance.
3. Have a satisfactory record of integrity and ethics.
4. Be otherwise qualified and eligible to receive an award.
5. Be engaged in a full time business and can assume liabilities for any performance or warranty service
required.
6. The City Council shall not award a contract to a company that is in arrears in its
obligations to the City.
7. No payments shall be made to any person of public monies under any contract by
the City with such person until such person has paid all obligations and debts
owed to the City, or has made satisfactory arrangements to pay the same.
ADDENDA: Any interpretations, corrections or changes to the ITB and Specifications will be made by
addenda. Sole issuing authority of addenda shall be vested in the City of Port Arthur Purchasing Manager. The
City assumes no responsibility for the bidder's failure to obtain and/or properly submit any addendum. Failure
to acknowledge and submit any addendum may be cause for the bid to be rejected. It is the vendor's
responsibility to check for any addendums that might have been issued before bid closing date and time.
PORT ARTHUR PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS: Any bona fide business that claims the City of Port
Arthur as its principal place of business must have an official business address (office location and office
personnel) in Port Arthur, the principal storage place or facility for the equipment shall be in Port Arthur and/or
the place of domicile for the principal business owner(s) shall be in Port Arthur or such other definition or
interpretation as is provided by state law. Contractors outside the City of Port Arthur are allowed to bid.
PRICES: The bidder should show in the proposal both the unit price and total amount, where required, of each
item listed. In the event of error or discrepancy in the mathematics, the unit price shall prevail.
PURCHASE ORDER: A purchase order(s) shall be generated by the City of Port Arthur to the successful
bidder. The purchase order number must appear on all itemized invoices.
INVOICES: All invoices shall be mailed directly to the City of Port Arthur, Attn.: Utility Operations, P.O.
Box 1089, Port Arthur, Texas 77641.
PAYMENT: Payment will be made upon receipt of the original invoice and the acceptance of the goods or
services by the City of Port Arthur, in accordance with the State of Texas Prompt Payment Act, Article 601 f
V.T.C.S. The City's standard payment terms are net 30, i.e. payment is due 30 days from the date of the
invoice.
SALES TAX: The City of Port Arthur is exempt by law from payment of Texas Sales Tax and Federal Excise
Tax; therefore the proposal shall not include Sales Tax.
VENUE: This agreement will be governed and construed according to the laws of the State of Texas. This
agreement is performable in Port Arthur, Texas, Jefferson County.
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COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS: The Contractor shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, rules,
orders, regulations and codes of the federal, state and local governments relating to performance of work herein.
INTEREST OF MEMBERS OF CITY: No member of the governing body of the City, and no other officer,
employee or agent of the City who exercises any functions or responsibilities in connection with the planning
and carrying out of the program, shall have any personal financial interest, direct or indirect, in this Contract;
and,the Contractor shall take appropriate steps to assure compliance.
DELINQUENT PAYMENTS DUE CITY: The City of Port Arthur Code of Ordinances prohibits the City
from granting any license, privilege or paying money to any-one owing delinquent taxes, paving assessments or
any money to the City until such debts are paid or until satisfactory arrangements for payment has been made.
Bidders must complete and sign the AFFIDAVIT included as part of this ITB.
QUANTITIES: Quantities shown are estimated, based on projected use. It is specifically understood and
agreed that these quantities are approximate and any additional quantities will be paid for at the quoted price. It
is further understood that the contractor shall not have any claim against the City of Port Arthur for quantities
less than the estimated amount.
SHIPPING INFORMATION: All bids are to be F.O.B., City of Port Arthur, Port Arthur, TX 77640
INCORPORATION OF PROVISIONS REQUIRED BY LAW: Each provision and clause required by law
to be inserted into the Contract shall be deemed to be enacted herein and the Contract shall be read and enforced
as though each were included herein. If, through mistake or otherwise, any such provision is not inserted or is
not correctly inserted the Contract shall be amended to make such insertion on application by either party.
CONTRACTOR'S OBLIGATIONS: The Contractor shall and will, in good workmanlike manner, perform all
work and furnish all supplies and materials, machinery, equipment, facilities and means, except as herein
otherwise expressly specified, necessary or proper to perform and complete all the work required by this
Contract, in accordance with the provisions of this Contract and said specifications.
The apparent silence of these specifications as to any detail or to the apparent omission from it of a detailed
description concerning any point shall be regarded as meaning that only the best commercial practices are to
prevail.
While the purpose of the specifications is to indicate minimum requirements in the way of capability,
performance, construction, and other details, its use is not intended to deprive the City of Port Arthur the option
of selecting goods which may be considered more suitable for the purpose involved.
In the event of conflicts between the written bid proposal and information obtained verbally, the vendor is
specifically advised that the written bid proposal will prevail in the determination of the successful bidder.
Under the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national
origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any
program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.
TERMINATION FOR CAUSE: If, through any cause, the Contractor shall fail to fulfill in a timely and
proper manner his obligations under this contract, or if the Contractor shall violate any of the covenants,
agreements or stipulations of this contract, the City shall thereupon have the right to terminate this contract by
giving written notice to the Contractor of such termination and specifying the effective date thereof, at least
fifteen (15) days before the effective date of such termination. Notwithstanding the above, the Contractor shall
not be relieved of liability to the City for damages sustained by the City by virtue of any breach of the contract
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by the Contractor, and the City may withhold any payments to the Contractor for the purpose of set-off until
such time as the exact amount of damages due the City from the Contractor is determined.
TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE: The City may terminate this contract at any time giving at least
thirty (30) days notice in writing to the Contractor. If the Contract is terminated by the City as provided herein,
the Contractor will be paid for the service that it has performed up to the termination date. If this contract is
terminated due to fault of the Contractor, the previous paragraph hereof relative to termination shall apply.
RELEASES AND RECEIPTS: The City of Port Arthur before making payments may require the Contractor
to furnish releases or receipts for any or all persons performing work and supplying material or service to the
Contractor, or any sub-contractors for work under this contract, if this is deemed necessary to protect its
interests.
CARE OF WORK: The Contractor shall be responsible for all damages to person or property that occurs as a
result of his fault or negligence in connection with the work performed until completion and final acceptance by
the City.
SUB-CONTRACTS: The Contractor shall not execute an agreement with any sub-contractor or permit any
sub-contractor to perform any work included in this Contract until he has received from the City of Port Arthur
written approval of such agreement.
INSURANCE: All insurance must be written by an insurer licensed to conduct business in the State of Texas,
unless otherwise permitted by Owner. The Contractor shall, at his own expense, purchase, maintain and keep in
force insurance that will protect against injury and/or damages which may arise out of or result from operations
under this contract, whether the operations be by himself or by any subcontractor or by anyone directly or
indirectly employed by any of them, or by anyone for whose acts any of them may be liable, of the following
types and limits
1. Standard Worker's Compensation Insurance:
2. Commercial General Liability occurrence type insurance City of Port Arthur, its officers, agents,
and employees must be named as an additional insured):
a. Bodily injury $500,000 single limit per occurrence or$500,000 each
person/$500,000 per occurrence for contracts of$100,000 or less; or
Bodily injury $1,000,000 single limit per occurrence or$500,000 each
person/$1,000,000 per occurrence for contracts in excess of$100,000; and,
b. Property Damage $100,000 per occurrence regardless of contract amount; and,
c. Minimum aggregate policy year limit of$1,000,000 for contracts of
$100,000 or less; or, Minimum aggregate policy year limit of$2,000,000
for contracts in excess of$100,000.
3. Commercial Automobile Liability Insurance (Including owned, non-owned and hired vehicles
coverage's).
a. Minimum combined single limit of$500,000 per occurrence, for bodily
injury and property damage.
b. If individual limits are provided, minimum limits are $300,000 per person, $500,000 per
occurrence for bodily injury and $100,000 per occurrence for property damage.
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Contractor shall cause Contractor's insurance company or insurance agent to fill in all information required
(including names of insurance agency, contractor and insurance companies, and policy numbers, effective dates
and expiration dates) and to date and sign and do all other things necessary to complete and make into valid
certificates of insurance and pertaining to the above listed items, and before commencing any of the work and
within the time otherwise specified, Contractor shall file completed certificates of insurance with the Owner.
None of the provisions in said certificate of insurance should be altered or modified in any respect except as
herein expressly authorized. Said CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE Form should contain a provision that
coverage afforded under the policies will not be altered, modified or canceled unless at least fifteen (15) days
prior written notice has been given to the City of Port Arthur. Contractor shall also file with the City of Port
Arthur valid CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE on like form from or for all Subcontractors and showing the
Subcontractor(s) as the Insured. Said completed CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE Form (s) shall in any event
be filed with the City of Port Arthur not more than ten(10) days after execution of this Contract.
NOTICE TO PROCEED: Notice to Proceed shall be issued within ten (10) days of the execution of the
Contract by OWNER. Should there be any reasons why Notice to Proceed cannot be issued within such period,
the time may be extended by mutual agreement between OWNER and CONTRACTOR.
CELL PHONE OR PAGER: The Contractor must have a working cell phone or pager available Monday
through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. so that the City will be able to contact the contractor.
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ConnectingChemistry B R E N NTAG I
RESERVATION OF RIGHTS
Our submission of a quotation in response to this bid should not be construed as an
acknowledgement of our acceptance of all of the contractual terms set forth in any subsequent
purchase order, contract, agreement, etc. to be presented at a later date to the successful
bidder. Accordingly, Brenntag Southwest, Inc. reserves the right to request reasonable
amendments to the contractual terms should it be the successful bidder.
Brenntag Southwest,Inc. Phone : (225)802-1389
Fax : (713)450-4699
E-Mail : gtollefsen( brenntaq.com
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Brenntag Southwest
Route 2, Box 352-200
Nowata, OK 74048
United States
800-722-3145
918-273-2265
Visit this company's website(http://www.brenntag.com).
Facility : St. Gabriel, LA
Sodium Hydroxide[2]
Trade Designation Product Function Max Use
Sodium Hydroxide Corrosion &Scale Control 100 mg/L
pH Adjustment
[2] Trade Designation may be followed by a three digit suffix to designate the chlor-alkali
electrolytic cell category/grade.
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Sodium Hydroxide 50% Corrosion&Scale Control loomg/L
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Facility : Nowata, OK
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Sodium Hydroxide 25% Corrosion&Scale Control 2oomg/L
Sodium Hydroxide 30% Corrosion&Scale Control 167mg/L
Sodium Hydroxide 5o% Corrosion&Scale Control ioomg/L
[2] Trade Designation may be followed by a three digit suffix to designate the chlor-alkali
electrolytic cell category/grade.
Facility: Sand Springs, OK
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Sodium Hydroxide 25% Corrosion&Scale Control 20omg/L
Sodium Hydroxide 30% Corrosion&Scale Control 167mg/L
Sodium Hydroxide 50% Corrosion&Scale Control ioomg/L
[2] Trade Designation may be followed by a three digit alpha suffix to designate the
chlor-alkali electrolytic cell category/grade.
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pH Adjustment
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electrolytic cell category/grade.
Facility: Houston,TX
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Caustic Soda 20%Diaphragm Corrosion&Scale Control 25omg/L
Caustic Soda 25% Diaphragm Corrosion&Scale Control 2oomg/L
Caustic Soda 3o%Diaphragm Corrosion&Scale Control 167mg/L
Caustic Soda 5o%Diaphragm Corrosion&Scale Control ioomg/L
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Sodium Hydroxide 25% Corrosion&Scale Control 2oomg/L
Sodium Hydroxide 3o% Corrosion&Scale Control 167mg/L
Sodium Hydroxide 5o% Corrosion&Scale Control ioomg/L
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electrolytic cell category/grade.
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peroxide. Chlorine residuals shall not exceed 4 mg/L, the EPA's proposed maximum
residual level.
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Nowata,OK 74048
United States
800-722-3145
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BRENNTAG SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Identification
Product identifier SODIUM HYDROXIDE 50% DIA NSF
Other means of identification None.
Recommended use ALL PROPER AND LEGAL PURPOSES
Recommended restrictions None known.
Manufacturer/Importer/Supplier/Distributor information
Manufacturer
Company name Brenntag Southwest, Inc.
Address 610 Fisher Road
Longview,TX 75604
Telephone 903-759-7151
E-mail Not available.
Emergency phone number 800-424-9300 CHEMTREC
2. Hazard(s) identification
Physical hazards Not classified.
Health hazards Acute toxicity,dermal Category 4
Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1
Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
Environmental hazards Not classified.
OSHA defined hazards Not classified.
Label elements
Signal word Danger
Hazard statement Harmful in contact with skin. Causes severe skin bums and eye damage.Causes serious eye
damage.
Precautionary statement
Prevention Do not breathe mist or vapor.Wash thoroughly after handling.Wear protective gloves/protective
clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. If an skin(or hair):Take off immediately all
contaminated clothing.Rinse skin with water/shower. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and
keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes:Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do.Continue rinsing. Immediately call a poison
center/doctor.Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
Storage Store locked up.
Disposal Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
Hazard(s)not otherwise None known.
classified(HNOC)
Supplemental information 100%of the mixture consists of component(s)of unknown acute oral toxicity.50%of the mixture
consists of component(s)of unknown acute inhalation toxicity.
3. Composition/information on ingredients
Mixtures
Chemical name Common name and synonyms CAS number 9b
SODIUM HYDROXIDE(NA(OH)) 1310-73-2 50
Other components below reportable levels 50
*Designates that a specific chemical identity and/or percentage of composition has been withheld as a trade secret.
Material name:SODIUM HYDROXIDE 50%DIA NSF SOS US
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4. First-aid measures
Inhalation Move to fresh air. Call a physician if symptoms develop or persist.
Skin contact Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. Call a physician or
poison control center immediately.Chemical burns must be treated by a physician.Wash
contaminated clothing before reuse.
Eye contact Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact Lenses, if
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.Call a physician or poison control center immediately.
Ingestion Call a physician or poison control center immediately. Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. If
vomiting occurs, keep head low so that stomach content doesn't get into the lungs.
Most important Burning pain and severe corrosive skin damage.Causes serious eye damage.Symptoms may
symptorns/effects,acute and include stinging,tearing, redness,swelling,and blurred vision. Permanent eye damage including
delayed blindness could result.
Indication of immediate Provide general supportive measures and treat symptomatically.Chemical bums: Flush with water
medical attention and special immediately.While flushing,remove clothes which do not adhere to affected area.Call an
treatment needed ambulance.Continue flushing during transport to hospital. Keep victim warm. Keep victim under
observation. Symptoms may be delayed.
General information Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved,and take precautions to
protect themselves. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
5. Fire-fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing media Water fog. Foam. Dry chemical powder.Carbon dioxide (CO2).
Unsuitable extinguishing Do not use water jet as an extinguisher,as this will spread the fire.
media
Specific hazards arising from During fire,gases hazardous to health may be formed.
the chemical
Special protective equipment Self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in case of fire.
and precautions for firefighters
Fire fighting Move containers from fire area if you can do so without risk.
equipment/instructions
Specific methods Use standard firefighting procedures and consider the hazards of other involved materials.
General fire hazards No unusual fire or explosion hazards noted.
6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, Keep unnecessary personnel away. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak.Wear
protective equipment and appropriate protective equipment and clothing during clean-up. Do not breathe mist or vapor. Do
emergency procedures not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing.
Ensure adequate ventlation. Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be
contained. For personal protection,see section 8 of the SDS.
Methods and materials for Large Spills:Stop the flow of material,if this Is without risk. Dike the spilled material,where this is
containment and cleaning up possible.Absorb in vermiculite,dry sand or earth and place into containers. Following product
recovery, flush area with water.
Small Spills:Wipe up with absorbent material(e.g. cloth,fleece). Clean surface thoroughly to
remove residual contamination.
Never return spills to original containers for re-use. For waste disposal,see section 13 of the SDS.
For waste disposal,see section 13 of the SDS.
Environmental precautions Avoid discharge into drains,water courses or onto the ground.
7. Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling Do not breathe mist or vapor. Do not get in eyes,on skin,or on clothing.When using, do not eat,
drink or smoke.Avoid prolonged exposure. Provide adequate ventilation.Wear appropriate
personal protective equipment.Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Observe goad industrial
hygiene practices.Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Conditions for safe storage, Store locked up. Store in original tightly closed container. Store away from incompatible materials
including any incompatibilities (see Section 10 of the SDS). Store away from incompatible materials(see Section 10 of the SDS).
Material name:SODIUM HYDROXIDE 50%DIA NSF SOS us
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8. Exposure controlslpersonal protection
Occupational exposure limits
US.OSHA Table Z-1 Limits for Air Contaminants(29 CFR 1910.1000)
Components Type Value
SODIUM HYDROXIDE PEL 2 mg/m3
(NA(OH))(CAS 1310-73-2)
US.ACGIH Threshold Limit Values
Components Type Value
SODIUM HYDROXIDE Celing 2 mg/m3
(NA(OH))(CAS 1310-73-2)
US.NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards
Components Type Value
SODIUM HYDROXIDE Ceiling 2 mg/m3
(NA(OH))(CAS 1310-73-2)
Biological limit values No biological exposure limits noted for the ingredient(s).
Appropriate engineering Good general ventilation(typically 10 air changes per hour)should be used.Ventilation rates
controls should be matched to conditions. If applicable, use process enclosures,local exhaust ventilation,
or other engineering controls to maintain airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If
exposure Omits have not been established,maintain airborne levels to an acceptable level. Eye
wash facilties and emergency shower must be available when handling this product.
Individual protection measures,such as personal protective equipment
The following are recommendations for Personnel Protective Equipment(PPE).The employer/user of this product must perform a
Hazard Assessment of the workplace according to OSHA regulations 29 CFR 1910.132 to determine the appropriate PPE for use
while performing any task involving potential exposure to this product.
Eye/face protection Wear safety glasses with side shields(or goggles)and a face shield. Face shield is
recommended.
Skin protection
Hand protection Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves.Suitable gloves can be recommended by the glove
supplier.
Other Wear appropriate chemical resistant clothing. Use of an impervious apron is recommended.
Respiratory protection In case of insufficient ventilation,wear suitable respiratory equipment.
Thermal hazards Wear appropriate thermal protective clothing,when necessary.
General hygiene Always observe good personal hygiene measures,such as washing after handling the material
considerations and before eating,drinking,and/or smoking. Routinely wash work clothing and protective
equipment to remove contaminants.
9. Physical and chemical properties
Appearance
Physical state Liquid.
Form Liquid.
Color CLEAR COLORLESS
Odor METAL ODOR
Odor threshold Not available.
pH 14
Melting point/freezing point 58'F(14.44°C)
Initial boiling point and boiling 1371.2"F (744'C)estimated
range
Flash point Not available.
Evaporation rate Not available.
Flammability(solid,gas) Not applicable.
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits
Flammability limit-lower Not available.
(%)
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Fiammabirity limit-upper Not available.
(%)
Explosive limit-lower(%) Not available.
Explosive limit-upper(%) Not available.
Vapor pressure Not available.
Vapor density Not available.
Relative density Not available.
Solubility(ies)
Solubility(water) Not available.
Partition coefficient Not available.
(n-octanol/water)
Auto-ignition temperature Not available.
Decomposition temperature Not available.
Viscosity Not available.
Other information
Density 12.76 Ibs/ga I
Explosive properties Not explosive.
Oxidizing properties Not oxidizing.
Percent volatile 50%estimated
Specific gravity 1.53
10. Stability and reactivity
Reactivity The product is stable and non-reactive under normal conditions of use,storage and transport.
Chemical stability Material is stable under normal conditions.
Possibility of hazardous Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
reactions
Conditions to avoid Contact with incompatible materials.
Incompatible materials Strong acids.
Hazardous decomposition No hazardous decomposition products are known.
products
11. Toxicological information
Information on likely routes of exposure
Inhalation May cause irritation to the respiratory system.Prolonged inhalation may be harmful.
Skin contact Causes severe skin bums. Harmful in contact with skin.
Eye contact Causes serious eye damage.
Ingestion Causes digestive tract bums.
Symptoms related to the Burning pain and severe corrosive skin damage.Causes serious eye damage. Symptoms may
physical,chemical and include stinging,tearing,redness,swelling,and blurred vision. Permanent eye damage including
toxicological characteristics blindness could result.
Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity Harmful in contact with skin.
Skin corrosion/irritation Causes severe skin bums and eye damage.
Serious eye damage/eye Causes serious eye damage.
irritation
Respiratory or skin sensitization
Respiratory sensitization Not a respiratory sensitizer.
Skin sensitization This product is not expected to cause skin sensitization.
Germ cell mutagenicity No data available to indicate product or any components present at greater than 0.1%are
mutagenic or genotoxic.
Carcinogenicity Not classifiable as to carcinogenicity to humans.
IARC Monographs.Overall Evaluation of Carcinogenicity
Not listed.
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OSHA Specifically Regulated Substances(29 CFR 1910.1001-1062)
Not regulated.
US.National Toxicology Program(NW)Report on Carcinogens
Not listed.
Reproductive toxicity This product is not expected to cause reproductive or developmental effects.
Specific target organ toxicity- Not classified.
single exposure
Specific target organ toxicity- Not classified.
repeated exposure
Aspiration hazard Nat an aspiration hazard.
Chronic effects Prolonged inhalation may be harmful.
12. Ecological information
Ecotoxicity The product is not classified as environmentally hazardous.However,this does not exclude the
possibility that large or frequent spills can have a harmful or damaging effect on the environment.
Components Species Test Results
SODIUM HYDROXIDE(NA(OH))(CAS 1310-73-2)
Aquatic
Crustacea EC50 Water flea (Ceriodaphnia dubia) 34.59-47.13 mg/I,48 hours
Fish LC50 Western mosquitofish (Gambusia elfin's) 125 mg/l, 96 hours
Persistence and degradability No data is available on the degradability of this product.
Bioaccumulative potential No data available.
Mobility in soil No data available.
Other adverse effects No other adverse environmental effects(e.g.ozone depletion, photochemical ozone creation
potential,endocrine disruption,global warming potential)are expected from this component.
13. Disposal considerations
Disposal instructions Collect and reclaim or dispose in sealed containers at licensed waste disposal site.Dispose of
contents/container in accordance with local/regional/nationalfmtemational regulations.
Local disposal regulations Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.
Hazardous waste code The waste code should be assigned in discussion between the user,the producer and the waste
disposal company.
Waste from residues I unused Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.Empty containers or liners may retain some
products product residues.This material and its container must be disposed of in a safe manner(see:
Disposal instructions).
Contaminated packaging Since emptied containers may retain product residue,follow label warnings even after container is
emptied. Empty containers should be taken to an approved waste handling site for recycling or
disposal.
14. Transport information
DOT
UN number UN1824
UN proper shipping name SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION
Transport hazard classes)
Class 8
Subsidiary risk -
Packing group II
Special precautions for user Read safety instructions,SDS and emergency procedures before handling.
ERG number 154
DOT information on packaging may be different from that listed.
IATA
UN number UN1824
UN proper shipping name SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION
Transport hazard class(es)
Class 8
Subsidiary risk -
Packing group II
Environmental hazards No.
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ERG Code 154
Special precautions fur user Read safety instructions, SDS and emergency procedures before handling.
IMDG
UN number UN1824
UN proper shipping name SODIUM HYDROXIDE SOLUTION(SODIUM HYDROXIDE(NA(OH)))
Transport hazard class(es)
Class 8
Subsidiary risk -
Packing group II
Environmental hazards
Marine pollutant No.
EmS F-A, S-B
Special precautions for user Read safety instructions,SDS and emergency procedures before handling.
DOT;IATA;IMDG
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15. Regulatory information
US federal regulations This product is a"Hazardous Chemicar as defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication
Standard,29 CFR 1910.1200.
TSCA Section 12(b)Export Notification(40 CFR 707,Subpt.D)
Not regulated.
CERCLA Hazardous Substance List(40 CFR 302.4)
SODIUM HYDROXIDE(NA(OH))(CAS 1310-73-2) Listed.
SARA 304 Emergency release notification
Not regulated.
OSHA Specifically Regulated Substances(29 CFR 1910.1001-1052)
Not regulated.
Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986(SARA)
SARA 302 Extremely hazardous substance
Not listed.
SARA 3111312 Hazardous Yes
chemical
Classified hazard Acute toxicity(any route of exposure)
categories Skin corrosion or irritation
Serious eye damage or eye irritation
SARA 313(TRI reporting)
Not regulated.
Other federal regulations
Clean Air Act(CAA)Section 112 Hazardous Air Pollutants(HAPs)List
Not regulated.
Clean Air Act(CAA)Section 112(r)Accidental Release Prevention(40 CFR 68.130)
Not regulated.
Safe Drinking Water Act Nat regulated.
(SDWA)
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US state regulations
California Proposition 66
California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 2016(Proposition 65):This material
is not known to contain any chemicals currently listed as carcinogens or reproductive toxins. For
more Information go to www.P65Wamings.ca.gov.
US.California.Candidate Chemicals List,Safer Consumer Products Regulations(Cal.Code Regs,tit.22,69502.3,
subd.(a))
SODIUM HYDROXIDE(NA(OH))(CAS 1310-73-2)
International Inventories
Country(s)or region Inventory name On inventory(yes/no)*
Australia Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances(AICS) Yes
Canada Domestic Substances List(DSL) Yes
Canada Non-Domestic Substances List(NDSL) No
China Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances in China (IECSC) Yes
Europe European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Yes
Substances(EINECS)
Europe European List of Notified Chemical Substances(ELINCS) No
Japan Inventory of Existing and New Chemical Substances(ENCS) Yes
Korea Existing Chemicals List(ECL) Yes
New Zealand New Zealand Inventory Yes
Philippines Philippine Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances Yes
(PICCS)
Taiwan Taiwan Toxic Chemical Substances(TCS) Yes
United States&Puerto Rico Toxic Substances Control Act(TSCA)Inventory Yes
'A"Yes"indicates that all components of th"s product comply with the inventory requirements administered by the governing country(s)
A"No"indicates that one or more components of the product are not listed or exempt from listing on the inventory administered by the governing
country(s).
18. Other information, including date of preparation or last revision
Issue date 08-07-2015
Revision date 02-28-2018
Version# 07
HMIS®ratings Health:3
Flammability:0
Physical hazard:0
NFPA ratings Health:3
Flammability:0
Instability: 1
Disclaimer While Brenntag believes the information contained herein to be accurate, Bren:ttag makes no
representation or warranty,express or implied, regarding,and assumes no liability for,the
accuracy or completeness of the information. The Buyer assumes all responsibility for handling,
using and/or reselling the Product in accordance with applicable federal, state,and local law. This
SDS shall not in any way limit or preclude the operation and effect of any of the provisions of
Brenntag's terms and conditions of sale.
Revision information Hazard(s)identification:Response
Physical and chemical properties: Odor
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