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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPR 24909: RESCIND RES 26-059 AND AWARD CONTRACT FOR L,IQUID SODIUM BISULFITEFOR THE WATER UTILITIES DEPARTMENT ! r', of ort rtltu INTEROFFICE MEMORANDUM Date: April 23, 2026 To: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Through: Ronald Burton, City Manager From: Calvin Matthews, P.E. Water Utilities Director RE: PR 24909—Rescind Resolution 26-059 and Award Contract for Liquid Sodium Bisulfite for the Water Utilities Department Introduction: The intent of this Agenda Item is to seek the City Council's approval to rescind Resolution 26- 059 and to execute contracts with Univar Solutions USA LLC of Dover, Florida and Ineos Calabrian Corp. of Port Neches, Texas for the purchase of Liquid Sodium Bisulfite for an estimated projected budgetary impact of$150,480.00; chemicals will be delivered as needed. Background: Liquid Sodium Bisulfite is routinely used to de-chlorinate WWTP effluent as a disinfectant in the treatment process. On February 10, 2026, Resolution 26-059 approved the renewal of contracts for liquid sodium bisulfate,however,the vendors were not able to honor the original contract prices any more. As a result, on March 28 and April 4, 2026, the City advertised for bids and opened bids on April 15, 2026. This proposed resolution seeks to rescind Resolution 26-059 and award contracts to Univar Solutions USA LLC of Dover, Florida and Ineos Calabrian Corp. of Port Neches,Texas for the purchase of Liquid Sodium Bisulfite on an as-needed-basis for a one-year period with the option to renew one(1) additional one-year period. Bucket:, Purchases of Liquid Sodium Bisulfite are projected to be $150,480.00. They will be charged to Account No. 410-40-225-5217-00-00-000, Treatment Chemicals. Recommendation: It is recommended that City Council approve PR No. 24909, authorizing the City Manager to execute contracts for one (1) one-year period with Univar Solutions USA LLC of Dover, Florida and Ineos Calabrian Corp.of Port Neches,Texas for the purchase of Liquid Sodium Bisulfite with the option to renew for an additional one-year period as discussed/outlined above. "Remember,we are here to serve the Citizens of Port Arthur" PR No. 24909 4/23/26 cm Page 1 of 3 RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION RESCINDING RESOLUTION 26-059 IN ITS ENTIRETY AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE CONTRACTS WITH UNIVAR SOLUTIONS USA LLC OF DOVER, FLORIDA AND INEOS CALABRIAN COR P. OF PORT NECHES, TEXAS, FOR THE PURCHASE OF LIQUID SODIUM BISULFITE FOR THE WATER UTILITIES DEPARTMENT, WASTEWATER TREATMENT DIVISION, WITH A PROJECTED BUDGETARY IMPACT OF $150,480.00. FUNDING IN WATER UTILITIES ACCOUNT NO. 410-40- 225-5217-00-00-000,TREATMENT CHEMICALS. WHEREAS, the Utilities Department routinely utilizes liquid sodium bisulfite to de- chlorinate the effluent water from the City's Wastewater Treatment Plants; and, WHEREAS,pursuant to Resolution No. 26-059,the City authorized the contract renewal for the purchase of liquid sodium bisulfite, however, the vendors were not able to honor their original contract prices, and thus, did not renew their contracts; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to the Purchasing Policy, the City advertised for bids in the local newspaper on March 28, 2026 and April 4, 2026 (Exhibit "A") with bid openings on April 15, 2026, for the procurement of liquid sodium bisulfite for a one-year term, with the option to renew for an additional one-year period; and, WHEREAS, a total of five (5) bids were received and evaluated (Exhibit "B"), with Univar Solutions USA LLC of Dover,Florida submitting the lowest bid for 1500-gallon loads and Ineos Calabrian Corp. of Port Neches,Texas submitting the lowest bid for 3000-gallon loads; and, WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City to rescind in its entirety Resolution No. 26-059 and to award contracts to Univar Solutions USA LLC of Dover, Florida for 1500-gallon loads and Ineos Calabrian Corp. of Port Neches, Texas for 3000-gallon loads. NOW THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORT ARTHUR,TEXAS: PR No. 24909 4/23/26 cm Page 2 of 3 THAT, the facts and opinions in the preamble are true and correct; and. THAT,the Resolution No. 26-059 is hereby rescinded in its entirety; and, THAT, the City Manager is authorized to execute contracts for the purchase of Liquid Sodium Bisulfite, on an as-needed basis, with Univar Solutions USA LLC of Dover, Florida, in substantially the same form, attached as Exhibit "C", and with Ineos Calabran Corp. of Port Neches, Texas, in substantially the same form, attached as Exhibit "D" with a total projected budgetary impact of$150,480.00; and, THAT,the term of each of these contracts shall be for one(1)year with the option to renew for an additional one-year period,with funding for this material provided for in the Water Utilities Department Account No. 410-40-225-5217-00-00-000, Treatment Chemicals; and, THAT, a copy of the caption of this Resolution shall be spread upon the Minutes of the Meeting of the City Council. READ, ADOPTED AND APPROVED this day of , 2026 at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Port Arthur, Texas by the following vote: AYES: Mayor Councilmembers: NOES: Charlotte M. Moses Mayor ATTEST: Sherri Bellard City Secretary PR No. 24909 4/23/26 cm Page 3 of 3 APPROVED AS TO FORM: Roxann Pais Cotroneo City Attorney APPROVED OR ADMINIS TION: Ronald Burto CP City Mana r Suhail Kanwar, P.E. Director of Public Services gALialviU Matthews, P.E. Water Utilities Director APPROVED AS TO THE AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS: Lynn(Lynda) B swell, MA CGFO Finance Director v 41, (AAA Clifton . Williams Jr. CPPB Purchasing Manager Exhibit A (Bid Advertisements) CITY OF PORT ARTHUR Advertisement for Bids Liquid Sodium Bisulfite for Utility Operations March 28, 2026 April 4, 2026 CITY OF PORTARTHUR,TEXAS INVITATION TO BiD DTICE iS HEREBY GIVEN THAT sealed Bids,addressed to the City of Port Arthur,will be received the Office of the City Secretary,City Halt 444 4th Street or P.O.Box 1089.Port Arthur,Texas '641 no later than 3:00 P.M.,Wednesday,April 15,2026.Applicant names will be read aloud be- tning at 3:15 P.M.,Wednesday,April 15,2026 on this date in the City Council Chambers City 5th Floor for certain services briefly described as: - LIQUID SODIUM BISULFITE FOR UTILITY OPERATIONS Is received after the deadline stated above,regardless of method of delivery,will not be considered d returned unopened. pies of the Specifications and other Contract Documents are on file in the Purchasing Office,444 Street,City of Port Arthur,and are open for ppublic inspection without charge.They can also be w! rieved from the City's website at wwportarllwtx.gov or www.publicpurchase.com e City of Port Arthur reserves the right to reject any and a6 bids and to waive informalities. r Chapter 2 Article VI Sec.2-262(C)of the City's Code of Ordinance,the City Council shall not and a contract to a company that is in arrears in its obligations to the City. (slClifton Wlliiams Clifton Williams Purchasing Manager CiTY OF PORT ARTHUR,TEXAS INVITATION TO BID NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT sealed Bids,addressed to the City of Port Arthur,will be received at the Office of the City Secretary,City Hall 444 4th Street or P.O. Box 1089,Port Arthur,Texas 77641 no later than 3:00 P.M.,Wednesday,April 15,2026.Applicant names will be read aloud be- ginning at 3:15 P.M.,Wednesday,April 15,2026 on this date in the City Council Chambers,City Hall,5111 Floor for certain services briefly described as: LIQUID SODIUM BISULFITE FOR UTILITY OPERATIONS Bids received after the deadline stated above,regardless of method of delivery,will not be considered and returned unopened. Copies of the Specifications and other Contract Documents are on file in the Purchasing Office,444 4th Street.City of Port Arthur,and are open for public inspection without charge.They can also be retrieved from the City's website at www.portarthubc.gov or www.publicpurchase.com The City of Port Arthur reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive informalities. Per Chapter 2 Article VI Sea 2-262(C)of the City's Code of Ordinance,the City Council shall not award a contract to a company that is in arrears in its obligations to the City. lslClifton Williams Clifton Williams Exhibit B (Bid Evaluation) § j k k \ k % I } 0 \ ± r o G EA _ C. Le 0 « / E- CI t k 7 £ u q ela k k 6) 1.1 J $ § Z § 0-; Q 2 Q § � j ■ t « c c m CA 0 0 I) �� ■ © % $ k \ § . . »�2 0 � / k k , \ � B �� z � �h. \ e fA \ } � � § � ea � a � \ 2 § .£ O 2 = ■- � ■ ■ - e O § � ; >. 22 § , 2 � ] B 0 4 a▪. / j7 kf b § a2 � °}0 $ I3 j — / / § Co ; \ k , ' 2 11 k k I Q Q a Iii . ei © § k j / k j Exhibit C (Contract with Univar Solutions USA LLC) PURCHASING CONTRACT AGREEMENT FOR LIQUID SODIUM BISULFITE THIS AGREEMENT, made this the day of , 2026, by an individual, firm partnership or corporation, Univar Solutions USA LLC, of Dover, Florida, 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 one (1) year from the date of execution,with the option to renew for an additional one-year period. The City can terminate this contract at its convenience which includes, but not limited to, funding not being available in any budget cycle with thirty (30) days written notice. 2. The Vendor will provide liquid sodium bisulfite. as delineated and submitted in their bid dated April 15, 2026. 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: Liquid Sodium Bisulfite 4. The Vendor agrees to deliver all materials on an as-needed basis during the term of this contract, as shown in the Bid sheet and shown below: Bid price of$2.88/gal. for 1,500-gallon loads 5. The term "Contract Documents" means and includes the following: a) Agreement b) Invitation to Bid c) Specifications and General Information d) Bid Sheet e) Non-Collusion Affidavit A- 1 f) Affidavit g) Conflict of Interest Questionnaire h) SB 252 Chapter 2252 Certification i) House Bill 89 Verification 6. This Agreement shall be binding upon all parties hereto and their respective heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns. IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the parties hereto have executed, or caused to be executed 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 on the day of , 2026. ATTEST CITY OF PORT ARTHUR BY Sherri Bellard Ronald Burton, CPM CITY SECRETARY CITY MANAGER Signed on the day of 2026 WITNESS Univar Solutions USA LLC BY Print Name: Title: A- 2 CHARLOTTE M.MOSES,MAYOR RONALD BURTON,CPM HAROLD L.DOUCET,SR., _ my > CITY MANAGER Ene MAYOR PRO TEM City of '" ' SHERRI BELLARD,TRMC COUNCIL MEMBERS: "`!'�!;i';"`;;` �1k} CITY SECRETARY WILLIE BAE LEWIS,JR. TIFFANY L.HAMILTON EVERFIELD o r t rthur—ur ROXANN PAIS COTRONEO DONEANE BECKCOM CITY ATTORNEY THOMAS KINLAW,HI Texas DONALD FRANK,SR. MARCH 29,2026 INVITATION TO BID LIQUID SODIUM BISULFITE FOR UTILITY OPERATIONS DEADLINE: Sealed Bid submittals must be received and time stamped by 3:00 p.m., Central Standard Time, Wednesday, April 8, 2026. (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,April 8,2026 in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 5th Floor, Port Arthur, TX. You are invited to attend. MARK ENVELOPE: P26-027 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 writinE to: City of Port Arthur, TX Clifton Williams, Acting Purchasing Manager P.O. Box 1089 Port Arthur, TX 77641 clifton.williamsc iportarthurtx.gov Purchasing Division/Finance Department I Purchasing Manager,Clifton Williams, P.O.Box 10891444 4th Street I Port Arthur,Texas 77641 1409.983.8160 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 Purchasing Manager Page 2 of 16 INVITATION TO BID LIQUID SODIUM BISULFITE FOR UTILITY OPERATIONS (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: Page3of16 SPECIFICATIONS FOR LIQUID SODIUM BISULFITE FOR THE CITY OF PORT ARTHUR UTILITY OPERATIONS General Information All chemicals specified herein shall conform to Standard 60 of the American National Standards Institute/National Sanitation Foundation (ANSI/NSF). Conformance with this Standard must be certified by an agency recognized by the Texas Department of Health. Bidders must submit such certification with their bid. Successful Bidder or Bidders shall provide to the Utility Operations Department a current Material Safety Data Sheet(MSDS) for any chemicals supplied per this specification. All bids are to be F.O.B. Port Arthur, Texas. The City of Port Arthur will not accept demurral charges or freight bills. Shippers shall notify City personnel prior to unloading any product. The contract shall be one-year with the option to renew for an additional one-year. No price increases will be allowed during life of the contract. Liquid Sodium Bisulfite Solution Technical grade purity, liquid sodium bisulfite (40% +/-2, by weight). Product will be 0.7% max. Sulfate, 25 ppm max. Iron (as Fe), 0.01% max. Insoluble and 1.33 specific gravity at 25°C. Freezing point to be -2°C and pH to be 3.5 to 4.5. Typical appearance to be a pale yellow liquid, sediment-free. Bid Quantities The amounts specified are estimated and are used as a basis for bidding only. Bid quantities were determined from past experience and laboratory testing, and do not obligate the City to purchase these amounts. A total of 54,000 gallons shipped in bulk loads as follows: (8) 1500 gallon loads (14) 3000 gallon loads Wastewater Plant chemical storage connections are made of PVC pipe with a 2" stainless steel female quick coupling. Static lift required of delivery truck is 12 feet maximum. All deliveries will be accepted between 7:30 am and 3:00 pm at the Main WWTP, 6300 Procter Street and at the Port Acres WWTP,2901 W.Hwy.365. Page 4 of 16 CITY OF PORT ARTHUR,TEXAS BID SHEET BID FOR: Liquid Sodium Bisulfite for Utility Operations BID DUE DATE:April 8,2026 DESCRIPTION UNIT PRICE 1500-gallon load: $2.88/g1 3000-gallon load: $2.88/g1 Univar Solutions USA LLC 12720 E US Hwy 92 trl: 427 COMPANY NAME STREET ADDRESS SIGNATURE OFROER P.O. BOX Roise Holiday Dover Florida 33527 PRINT OR TYPE NAME CITY STATE ZIP Municipal Bid Specialist 206-653-5075 TITLE AREA CODE TELEPHONE NO. roise.holidayhenry@univarsolutions.com EMAIL FAX NO. I I Page 5 of 16 1 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: 1/ Printed Name: Roise Holiday Title: Municipal Bid Specialist Company: Univar Solutions USA LLC Date: 4/1/2026 SUBSCRIBED and sworn to before me the undersigned authority by the of, on behalf of said bidder. Roise Holida , the Municipal Bid Specialist of Univar Solutions iZZI )kdyQ‘9//6 otary Publie and for the State of Texas ao p My commission expires: d '!0/p ald2P Shelley Sue Riggle - *+Notary Public,State of Ohio My Commission Expires .��j 08/18/2028 Page 6 of 16 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. Univar Solutions USA LLC 4/1/2026 Firm Name Date /69eGaa Municipal Bid Specialist Authorized Sign ure Title Roise Holiday 206-253-5075 Name(please print) Telephone roise.holidayhenry@univarsolutions.com Email STATE: Ohio COUNTY: Butler SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me by the above named Roise Holiday on this the 1st day of April ,20 26 , .. ;?zil, W21/21.11idaie aryP 0 c RETURN THIS AFFIDAVIT AS PART OF THE BID PROPOSAL t W'• Shelley Sue Riggle I i Notary Public,State of Ohio Icit. My Commission Expires: 'iQ 1 Q8/18/2028 W42 Pagc 7 of 16 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. OFRCEUSEONLY This questionnaire is being filed in accordance with Chapter 176,Local Government Code,by a vendor who Date Received has a business relationship as defined by Section 176.001(1-a) with a local governmental entity and the 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 Cods. A vendor commits an offense if the vendor knowingly violates Section 176.006, Local Government Code.An offense under this section is a misdemeanor. J Name of vendor who has a business relationship with local governmental entity. Univar Solutions USA LLC (� Check this box if you are filing an update to a previously filed questionnaire.(The law requires that you file an updated 1 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.) J Name of local government officer about whom the information is being disclosed. City of Port Arthur Name of Officer J 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)(A). 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 CIQ 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? UYes n No E. 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? n Yes n 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. n/a sJ riCheck 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). J 1��� ''- Yr�4- 4/1/2026 Signature of vendor doing ness with the governmental entity Date Form provided by Texas Ethics Commission www.ethics.state.tx.us Revised 1 113 0/2 0 1 5 Page 8 of 16 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 y 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 relation ship 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 A 176.006(a)and(a-11 (a)A vendor 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 11/30!2015 Page 9 of 16 SB 252 CHAPTER 2252 CERTIFICATION Roise Holiday ,the undersigned an representative of Univar Solutions USA LLC (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 will immediately notify the City of Port Arthur Purchasing Department. Roise Holiday Name of Company Representative(Print) /ee y� ,r Signature of Com ny Representative 4/1/2026 Date Page 10 of 16 House Bill 89 Verification I, Roise Holiday (Person name), the undersigned representative (hereafter referred to as "Representative") of 1 Univar Solutions USA LLC Univar Solutions USA LLC (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. , .. Q7S/ z SIGNATURE OF�ZEPRESENTATIVE SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO BEFORE ME, the undersigned authority, on this 1st day of April , 2026 Notary P�� �! M 1�: f Shelley Sue Rtggle 1 i Notary Public,State of Ohio s f My Commission Expires: mL i 08/18/2028 o" Page 11 of 16 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. 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: No public official shall have interest in this contract, in accordance with Vernon's Texas Code Annotated, Local Government Code Title 5, Subtitle C, Chapter 171. ETHICS: The bidder shall not offer or accept gifts or anything of value nor enter into any business arrangement with any employee, official or agent of the City of Port Arthur. 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 Page 12 of 16 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.: Accounts Payable, 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 601f 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. 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. Page 13 of 16 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 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. Page 14 of 16 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. 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. Page 15 of 16 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. Page 16 of 16 Univar Solutions USA LLC 777 Brisbane St. UnivorSolutions Houston, TX 77061 T 713-644-1601 F 713-644-9565 www.univarusasolutions.com GENERAL INFORMATION Regular Office Hours during which orders may be placed: Monday-Friday 7:30 am-4:30 pm (CST) In case of an emergency during non-business hours: For Chemical Related Emergencies: ChemTrec: (800)424-9300 Names, telephone/FAX numbers of those responsible for taking orders and initiating delivery: Office Phone: 1-800-392-1757 Customer Service Office Fax: (713)644-9565 Customer Service- custsolscentral(aunivarsolutions.com For anything pertaining to bids: Please send all bid packets/documents to: Roise Holiday (Unless otherwise specified) 12720 US Hwy 92 Trl: 427 Dover, FL 33527 Muniteam-east(univarsolutions.corn Contacts: Roise Holiday Sr. Municipal Bid Specialist Phone:206-653-5075 Roise.holidavhenrva)univarsolutions corn Shawnasey McCarthy Municipal Commercial Manager Phone: (253)872-5052 Fax: (253)872-5041 shawnasev.mccarthv(&univarsolutions corn Remittance Address: Standard Payment Terms: Univar Solutions USA Inc. Net 30 days 62190 Collections Center Drive Chicago, IL 60693-0621 Please include remit information—Invoice Number Docusign Envelope ID:70B62BAD-805D-4CF5-BDFB-00E42E802BEE UnivarSolutions CERTIFICATE OF SECRETARY I, Jumoke Onibokun, hereby certify that: 1. I am the duly elected,qualified and acting Assistant Secretary of Univar Solutions USA LLC,a Washington Limited Liability Company(the"Company"),and am a custodian of the corporate records of the Company and am familiar with the matters herein certified. 2. The below list of persons are authorized to execute, for and on behalf of the Company, written municipal bids or municipal proposals for the sale of other disposition of products up to$2.5 million handled by the Company. Shawnasey McCarthy- Municipal Commercial Manager Victoria Meakim - Municipal Specialist Roise Holiday-Henry-Municipal Specialist Jennifer Perras—Sr. Municipal Specialist Shelley Riggle - Municipal Specialist Stacy Ziegler- Municipal Specialist Raven Claudio - Municipal Specialist Ileana Caballero—Municipal Specialist IN WITENESS WHEREOF,I have executed this Certificate of Secretary of the Company this 3`d day of November 2025. ,—signed by: iWtie z, 0-1A itooLvta., Jumoke Onibokun�`ssist�"�ianecre tary State of Illinois ) ) County of DuPage ) This Certificate of Secretary was signed and sworn before me on this 3`d day of November 2025 by Jumoke Onibokun, Assistant Secretary of Univar Solutions USA LLC. DocuSigned by: t C5es.tveqbvcs 901,0414447. OFFICIAL SEAL EB3 85C32E35401_ SANEMA GORODETSKY Seal NOTARY PUBLIC-STATE OF ILLINOIS Sanema Gorodetsky My Commission Expires 7/25/2026 Notary Public My commission expires July 25,2026 .4, CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE °"T0 0/20'5'^"' THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AFFIRMATIVELY OR NEGATIVELY AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW. THIS CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE ISSUING INSURER(S), AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OR PRODUCER,AND THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. IMPORTANT:If the certificate holder is an ADDITIONAL INSURED,the policy(ies)must have ADDITIONAL INSURED provisions or be endorsed.If SUBROGATION IS WAIVED,subject to the terms and conditions of the policy,certain policies may require an endorsement.A statement an this w certificate does not confer rights to the certificate holder In lieu of such endorsement(s). m PRODUCER CONTACT�!A��., 'O Aon Risk Services Central, Inc. PHONE (866) 283-7122 FAX 800-363-0105 ilrl Philadelphia PA office (AIC•No ExO: (ABC.No.): 100 North 18th Street E—MAIL 5: _ 16th Floor Philadelphia PA 19103 USA INSURER(S)AFFORDING COVERAGE NAIC N INSURED INSURER A: ACE American Insurance Company 22667 Univar Solutions USA LLC INSURER B: ACE Fire Underwriters Insurance Co. 20702 3075 Highland Parkway Suite 200 Downer's Grove IL 60515 USA INSURER C: INSURER D: INSURER E: INSURER F: COVERAGES CERTIFICATE NUMBER:570112914239 REVISION NUMBER: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED.NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT,TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS. EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES.LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS. Limits shown are as requested IR TYPE OF INSURANCE p Sum POLICY NUMBER r POLICY EFF ,(ryPOUpCY EE,,XWPrf uMRs X COMMERCIAL GENERAL LABILITY XSLG48983340 moo/ 2 2 �o/�+����� EACH OCCURRENCE $3,000,000 I culMs-MADE El OCCUR SIR applies per policy terns & condi Lions DAMAGE IORtNrEO $3,000,000 MEDPRE EXES!Ea orslrrerB) MED EXP(Any one parson) Excluded PERSONAL 6 ADV INJURY $3,000,000 m Merl AGGREGATE LIMIT APPLIES PER: GENERAL AGGREGATE $3,000,000 < POLICY I IJE°T El PRODUCTS-COMP/OPAGO $3,000,000 OTHER: O A AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY ISA H11357362 06/01/202506/01/2026 COMBINED SINGLE LIMB $5,000,000 u) Commercial Auto IEae°nd9a0 0 X O OWNED SCHEDULED BODILY INJURY(Per person) OWNED — BODILY INJURY(Per accident) 1a1p) AUTOS — AUTOS ONLY NON-OWNED PROPERTY DAMAGE L1 HIRED AUTOS (Per accident) —ONLY __,AUTOS ONLY t: N UMBRELLA U OCCUR EACH OCCURRENCE V AB EXCESS UAB CLAIMS-MADE AGGREGATE OEOI (RETENTION A WORKERS COMPENSATION AND WLRC72794515 06/01/2025'06/01/2026 x PER STATUTE I OTETH- EMPLOYERS'LIABILITYANY PROPRIETOR/PARTNER:EXECUTIVE YIN AOS E.L.EACHACCIDENT $1,000,000 { B OFFICERIMEMBEREXCLUDED? Q NIA SCFC72794527 06/01/2025 06/01/2026 (Mandatary h MI) WI E.L.DISEASE-EA EMPLOYEE $1,000,000 If yes,describe under E.L.DISEASE-POLICY LIMB S1,000.000 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS below a DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS/LOCATIONS/VEHICLES(ACORD 101,Additional Remarks Schedule,may be attached B more space b required) e.' General Liability policy Univar Solutions USA LLC is included as Additional Insured in accordance with the policy provisions of ZS— t the. n CERTIFICATE HOLDER CANCELLATION SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POUCIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF,NOTICE WILL BE DELIVERED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE POUCY PROVISIONS. Univar Solutions USA LLC AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE y^ 3075 Highland Parkway Suite 200 out Downers Grove IL 60515 USA Irk` a9PaSec.9tigewavvf Wassielkaagef-Zi MI ©1988-2015 ACORD CORPORATION.All rights reserved. ACORD 25(2016/03) The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD AGENCY CUSTOMER ID: 570000014 538 LOC#: ADDITIONAL REMARKS SCHEDULE Page _ of AGENCY NAMED INSURED Aon Risk Services Central, Inc. Univar Solutions USA LLC POLICY NUMBER see Certificate Number: 570112914239 CARRIER NAIC CODE See certi fi cate Number: 570112914239 EFFECTIVE DATE: ADDITIONAL REMARKS THIS ADDITIONAL REMARKS FORM IS A SCHEDULE TO ACORD FORM, FORM NUMBER: ACORD 25 FORM TITLE: Certificate of Liability Insurance INSURER(S)AFFORDING COVERAGE NAIC# INSURER INSURER INSURER INSURER ADDITIONAL POLICIES If a policy below does not include limit information,refer to the corresponding policy on the ACORD certificate form for policy limits. POLICY POLICY INSR ADDL SURE POLICY NUMBER LIMITS LTR TYPE OF INSURANCE INSD WVD EFFECTIVE EXPIRATION DATE DATE (MM/DD/YYYY) (HM/DD/YYl'Y) AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY A MMT H11357404 06/01/2025 06/01/2026 combined SS,000,000 Truckers Liability single Limi WORKERS COMPENSATION A N/A wcuc72794539 06/01/2025 06/01/2026 Excess WC--CA OH OR,WA SIR applies per policy terms & condit•ors ACORD 101(2008/01) ®2008 ACORD CORPORATION.All lights reserved. The ACORD name and logo are registered marks of ACORD Univar Solutions Safety Data Sheet SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Version 1.13 Revision Date:03/27/2025 SECTION 1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION Product name : SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use Recommended use : Industrial chemical Manufacturer or supplier's details Company : Univar Solutions USA Address 3075 Highland Pkwy Suite 200 Downers Grove, IL 60515 United States of America (USA) Emergency telephone number: Transport North America: CHEMTREC(1-800-424-9300) CHEMTREC INTERNATIONAL Tel#703-527-3887 Additional Information: : Responsible Party: Product Compliance Department E-mail: SDSNA@univarsolutions.com SDS Requests: 1-855-429-2661 Website:www.univarsolutions.com SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION GHS Classification Acute toxicity(Oral) : Category 4 GHS label elements Hazard pictograms • Signal word : Warning Hazard statements : H302 Harmful if swallowed_ Precautionary statements . Prevention: P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Response: P301 + P312+ P330 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. Disposal: P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste dis- posal plant. Other hazards None known. SECTION 3.COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS Substance/Mixture : Mixture Hazardous components SDS Number: 100000039447 1 /11 SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Univar Solutions Safety Data Sheet SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Version 1.13 Revision Date: 03/27/2025 CAS-No. Chemical name Weight percent 7631-90-5 Sodium bisulfite 30 -50 Actual concentration is withheld as a trade secret Any Concentration shown as a range is due to batch variation. SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES 1 General advice : Move out of dangerous area. Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Do not leave the victim unattended. If inhaled : If unconscious, place in recovery position and seek medical advice. If symptoms persist, call a physician. In case of skin contact : Immediate medical treatment is necessary as untreated wounds from corrosion of the skin heal slowly and with difficul- ty. If If on skin, rinse well with water. If on clothes, remove clothes. In case of eye contact : Small amounts splashed into eyes can cause irreversible tis- sue damage and blindness. In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Continue rinsing eyes during transport to hospital. Remove contact lenses. Protect unharmed eye. Keep eye wide open while rinsing. If eye irritation persists, consult a specialist. Take victim immediately to hospital. If swallowed : Keep respiratory tract clear. Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. Do not give milk or alcoholic beverages. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If symptoms persist,call a physician. Take victim immediately to hospital. Most important symptoms : Harmful if swallowed. and effects, both acute and delayed SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES Suitable extinguishing media : Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local cir- cumstances and the surrounding environment. Unsuitable extinguishing : High volume water jet media Specific hazards during fire- : Do not allow run-off from fire fighting to enter drains or water fighting courses. Hazardous combustion prod- : Carbon oxides ucts Nitrogen oxides (NOx) sulfur oxides SDS Number:100000039447 2/11 SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Univar Solutions Safety Data Sheet SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Version 1.13 Revision Date:03/27/2025 Further information : Collect contaminated fire extinguishing water separately.This must not be discharged into drains. Fire residues and contaminated fire extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations. Special protective equipment : Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if nec- for firefighters essary. SECTION 6.ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES Personal precautions, protec- : Use personal protective equipment. tive equipment and emer- gency procedures Environmental precautions : Prevent product from entering drains. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. If the product contaminates rivers and lakes or drains inform respective authorities. Methods and materials for : Soak up with inert absorbent material(e.g.sand,silica gel, containment and cleaning up acid binder, universal binder, sawdust). Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal. SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Advice on protection against : Normal measures for preventive fire protection. fire and explosion Advice on safe handling : Avoid formation of aerosol. Do not breathe vapours/dust. Avoid exposure-obtain special instructions before use. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. For personal protection see section 8. Smoking, eating and drinking should be prohibited in the ap- plication area. Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms. To avoid spills during handling keep bottle on a metal tray. Dispose of rinse water in accordance with local and national regulations. Conditions for safe storage : Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage. Observe label precautions. Electrical installations/working materials must comply with the technological safety standards. SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION Components with workplace control parameters CAS-No. Components Value type Control parame- Basis (Form of ters/Permissible SDS Number: 100000039447 3/11 SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Univar Solutions Safety Data Sheet SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Version 1.13 Revision Date: 03/27/2025 exposure) concentration 7631-90-5 Sodium bisulfate TWA 5 mg/m3 ACGIH TWA 5 mg/m3 NIOSH REL PEL 5 mg/m3 CAL PEL Personal protective equipment Respiratory protection : General and local exhaust ventilation is recommended to maintain vapor exposures below recommended limits.Where concentrations are above recommended limits or are un- known, appropriate respiratory protection should be worn. Follow OSHA respirator regulations (29 CFR 1910.134)and use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirators. Protection provided by air purifying respirators against exposure to any hazardous chemical is limited. Use a positive pressure air supplied respi- rator if there is any potential for uncontrolled release, expo- sure levels are unknown,or any other circumstance where air purifying respirators may not provide adequate protection. Hand protection Remarks : The suitability for a specific workplace should be discussed with the producers of the protective gloves. Eye protection : Eye wash bottle with pure water Tightly fitting safety goggles Wear face-shield and protective suit for abnormal processing problems. Skin and body protection : Impervious clothing Choose body protection according to the amount and concen- tration of the dangerous substance at the work place. Hygiene measures : When using do not eat or drink. When using do not smoke. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday. SECTION 9.PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Appearance : liquid Colour : clear,yellow Odour : Sulfur dioxide odor Odour Threshold : No data available pH : 3.0-5.0 Freezing Point(Melting : 5-7°C(41 -45°F) point/freezing point) Boiling Point(Boiling : 104°C(219°F) point/boiling range) Flash point : does not flash Evaporation rate : No data available Flammability(solid, gas) : No data available Upper explosion limit : No data available Lower explosion limit : No data available Vapour pressure : No data available Relative vapour density : No data available SDS Number:100000039447 4/11 SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Univar Solutions Safety Data Sheet SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Version 1.13 Revision Date:03/27/2025 Relative density : 1.31 - 1.38 @ 20-25 °C(68-77°F) Reference substance: (water= 1) Density : No data available Solubility(ies) Water solubility : soluble Solubility in other solvents : No data available Partition coefficient: n- : No data available octanol/water Auto-ignition temperature : No data available Thermal decomposition : No data available SECTION 10.STABILITY AND REACTIVITY Reactivity : No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use. Chemical stability : Stable under normal conditions. Possibility of hazardous reac- : No decomposition if stored and applied as directed. tions Conditions to avoid : excessive heat Incompatible materials : Barium Lead magnesium mercury or mercury alloys Potassium Silver Strong acids Strong oxidizing agents Aluminium Hazardous decomposition : Sulphur oxides products Carbon oxides SECTION 11.TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION Acute toxicity Harmful if swallowed. Product: Acute oral toxicity : Assessment:The component/mixture is moderately toxic after single ingestion. Acute dermal toxicity : Acute toxicity estimate:>5,000 mg/kg Components: 7631-90-5: Acute oral toxicity : LD50(Rat): 1,700 mg/kg Assessment:The component/mixture is moderately toxic after single ingestion. SDS Number: 100000039447 5/11 SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Univar Solutions Safety Data Sheet SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Version 1.13 Revision Date:03/27/2025 Acute inhalation toxicity : Remarks: No data available Acute dermal toxicity : LD50(Rabbit): >2,000 mg/kg Skin corrosion/irritation Not classified due to lack of data. Components: 7631-90-5: Species: Rabbit Result: No skin irritation Serious eye damage/eye irritation Not classified due to lack of data. Components: 7631-90-5: Species: Rabbit Result: No eye irritation Respiratory or skin sensitisation Skin sensitisation: Not classified due to lack of data. Respiratory sensitisation: Not classified due to lack of data. Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified due to lack of data. Components: 7631-90-5: Genotoxicity in vitro : Test Type:Ames test Species: Salmonella typhimurium Result: negative Genotoxicity in vivo : Test Type: In vivo micronucleus test Species: Mouse Result: negative Germ cell mutagenicity- : Tests on bacterial or mammalian cell cultures did not show Assessment mutagenic effects. Carcinogenicity Not classified due to lack of data. Components: 7631-90-5: Carcinogenicity-Assess- : Carcinogenicity classification not possible from current data. ment IARC No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1%is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC. OSHA No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1%is on OSHA's list of regulated carcinogens. SDS Number: 100000039447 6/11 SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Univar Solutions Safety Data Sheet SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Version 1.13 Revision Date:03/27/2025 NTP No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1%is identified as a known or anticipated carcinogen by NTP. Reproductive toxicity Not classified due to lack of data. Components: 7631-90-5: Teratogenicity-Assessment : No evidence of adverse effects on sexual function and fertility, or on development, based on animal experiments. STOT-single exposure Not classified due to lack of data. STOT-repeated exposure Not classified due to lack of data. Aspiration toxicity Not classified due to lack of data. SECTION 12.ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION Ecotoxicity Components: 7631-90-5: Toxicity to fish : LC50 (Leuciscus idus(Golden orfe)):> 100 mg/I Exposure time:96 h Toxicity to daphnia and other : EC50(Daphnia magna (Water flea)): 89 mg/I aquatic invertebrates Exposure time:48 h Toxicity to algae : EC50(Desmodesmus subspicatus(green algae)):43.8 mg/I Exposure time:72 h Acute aquatic toxicity-As- : Harmful to aquatic life. sessment Chronic aquatic toxicity-As- : Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. sessment Persistence and degradability No data available Bioaccumulative potential No data available Mobility in soil No data available SDS Number: 100000039447 7 111 SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% 6141 Univar I ` Solutions Safety Data Sheet SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Version 1.13 Revision Date:03/27/2025 Other adverse effects Product: Ozone-Depletion Potential : Regulation:40 CFR Protection of Environment; Part 82 Pro- tection of Stratospheric Ozone-CAA Section 602 Class I Substances Remarks:This product neither contains, nor was manufac- tured with a Class I or Class II ODS as defined by the U.S. Clean Air Act Section 602(40 CFR 82, Subpt.A,App.A+B). Additional ecological infor- : An environmental hazard cannot be excluded in the event of mation unprofessional handling or disposal. Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects. SECTION 13.DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS Disposal methods Waste from residues : Dispose of in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations. For assistance with your waste management needs-including disposal, recycling and waste stream reduction, contact Uni- var Solutions ChemCare: 1-800-637-7922 Contaminated packaging : Empty remaining contents. Dispose of as unused product. Do not re-use empty containers. SECTION 14.TRANSPORT INFORMATION DOT(Department of Transportation): UN2693, Bisulfites,aqueous solutions, n.o.s., (SODIUM BISULFITE),8, III IATA(International Air Transport Association): UN2693, BISULPHITES,AQUEOUS SOLUTION, N.O.S.,(SODIUM BISULFITE) ,8, 111 IMDG(International Maritime Dangerous Goods): UN2693, BISULPHITES,AQUEOUS SOLUTION, N.O.S.,(SODIUM BISULFITE),8, III SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION EPCRA-Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act CERCLA Reportable Quantity Components CAS-No. Component RQ Calculated product RQ (Ibs) (Ibs) Sodium bisulfite 7631-90-5 5000 11363 SARA 304 Extremely Hazardous Substances Reportable Quantity This material does not contain any components with a section 304 EHS RQ. SDS Number: 100000039447 8111 SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Univar Solutions Safety Data Sheet SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Version 1.13 Revision Date:03/27/2025 SARA 311/312 Hazards : Corrosive to metals Acute toxicity(any route of exposure) Skin corrosion or irritation Serious eye damage or eye irritation Specific target organ toxicity(single or repeated exposure) SARA 302 : This material does not contain any components with a section 302 EHS TPQ. SARA 313 : This material does not contain any chemical components with known CAS numbers that exceed the threshold(De Minimis) reporting levels established by SARA Title III,Section 313. Clean Air Act This product does not contain any hazardous air pollutants(HAP), as defined by the U.S. Clean Air Act Sec- tion 112 (40 CFR 61). This product does not contain any chemicals listed under the U.S. Clean Air Act Section 112(r)for Accidental Release Prevention(40 CFR 68.130, Subpart F). This product does not contain any chemicals listed under the U.S. Clean Air Act Section 111 SOCMI Inter- mediate or Final VOC's(40 CFR 60.489). Clean Water Act The following Hazardous Substances are listed under the U.S. CleanWater Act,Section 311,Table 116.4A: 7631-90-5 Sodium bisulfite The following Hazardous Chemicals are listed under the U.S. CleanWater Act,Section 311,Table 117.3: 7631-90-5 Sodium bisulfite This product does not contain any toxic pollutants listed under the U.S.Clean Water Act Section 307 Massachusetts Right To Know 7631-90-5 Sodium bisulfite 7757-82-6 Sodium sulphate Pennsylvania Right To Know 7732-18-5 Water 7631-90-5 Sodium bisulfite 7757-82-6 Sodium sulphate California Prop 65 : This product does not contain any chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer, birth defects,or any other re- productive harm. The components of this product are reported in the following inventories: TSCA : All substances listed as active on the TSCA inventory AUG : not determined DSL : All components of this product are on the Canadian DSL ENCS : not determined NZIoC : not determined KECI : not determined SDS Number: 100000039447 9/11 SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Univar r �� Solutions Safety Data Sheet SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Version 1.13 Revision Date:03/27/2025 PICCS : not determined IECSC : not determined SECTIONI6.OTHER INFORMATION NFPA: HMIS III: Flammability HEALTH 3/ 0 3 0 FLAMMABILITY 0 PHYSICAL HAZARD 4 0=not significant,1 =Slight, Special hazard 2=Moderate,3=High 4=Extreme,*=Chronic The information accumulated is based on the data of which we are aware and is believed to be correct as of the date hereof. Since this information may be applied under conditions beyond our control and with which we may be unfamiliar and since data made become available subsequently to the date hereof,we do not assume any responsibility for the results of its use. Recipients are advised to confirm in advance of need that the information is current,applicable,and suitable to their circumstances. This SDS has been prepared by Univar Solutions Product Compliance Department(1-855-429-2661) SDSNA@univarsolutions.com. Revision Date : 03/27/2025 Legacy SDS: : 100000039158 Material number: 16224579, 16224093, 16223690, 16221630, 16221629, 16221628, 16221627, 16221626, 16220023, 16217719, 16214863, 16214822, 16214643, 16214642, 16212075, 16212073, 16209740, 16209665, 16188835, 16182885, 16169588, 16169431, 16169874, 16174725, 16168692, 16169503, 16168771, 16178394, 16177763, 16176488, 16180412, 16173527, 16171247, 16152616, 16161345, 16158625, 16160028, 16153923, 16150080, 16155598, 16153889, 16141391, 16142787, 16153532, 16142748, 16135286, 16138245, 16138094, 16160213, 16158189, 16144938, 16142598, 16141906, 16141752, 16141724, 16141663, 16141298, 16140179, 16136870, 16135289, 506934, 71274, 16179260, 16173000, 16156115, 16153683, 16153705, 16153659, 16158373, 16154308, 16154408, 16153858, 16153751, 16156803, 16156802, 16156929, 16161388, 16154559, 16156451, 16154337, 16163644, 16140307, 16143734, 16153373, 16157287, 16153082, 16152814, 16154338, 16140952 Key or legend to abbreviations and acronyms used in the safety data sheet SDS Number: 100000039447 10/11 SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Univar Solutions Safety Data Sheet SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Version 1.13 Revision Date:03/27/2025 ACGIH American Conference of Govern- LD50 Lethal Dose 50% ment Industrial Hygienists AIIC Australian Inventory of Industrial LOAEL Lowest Observed Adverse Effect Chemicals Level DSL Canada, Domestic Substances List NFPA National Fire Protection Agency NDSL Canada, Non-Domestic Substanc- NIOSH National Institute for Occupational es List Safety&Health CNS Central Nervous System NTP National Toxicology Program CAS Chemical Abstract Service NZIoC New Zealand Inventory of Chemi- cals EC50 Effective Concentration NOAEL No Observable Adverse Effect Level EC50 Effective Concentration 50% NOEC No Observed Effect Concentration EGEST EOSCA Generic Exposure Scenar- OSHA Occupational Safety& Health io Tool Administration EOSCA European Oilfield Specialty Chem- PEL Permissible Exposure Limit icals Association EINECS European Inventory of Existing PICCS Philippines Inventory of Commer- Chemical Substances cial Chemical Substances MAK Germany Maximum Concentration PRNT Presumed Not Toxic Values GHS Globally Harmonized System RCRA Resource Conservation Recovery Act >= Greater Than or Equal To STEL Short-term Exposure Limit IC50 Inhibition Concentration 50% SARA Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act. IARC International Agency for Research TLV Threshold Limit Value on Cancer IECSC Inventory of Existing Chemical TWA Time Weighted Average Substances in China ENCS Japan, Inventory of Existing and TSCA Toxic Substance Control Act New Chemical Substances KECI Korea, Existing Chemical Inventory UVCB Unknown or Variable Composi- tion, Complex Reaction Products, and Biological Materials <= Less Than or Equal To WHMIS Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System LC50 Lethal Concentration 50% SDS Number: 100000039447 11 /11 SODIUM BISULFITE 38-42% Southern Ionics 10319 Grumbacker Lane Williamsport, MD 21795 MATERIAL 16141663 Certificate of Analysis BATCH 0966R00504 for Sodium Bisulfite Solution Customer: Univar Richmond 1001 Old Bermuda Hundred Rd Chester,VA 23836 PO Number: 4528194362 Bill of Lading: 768172 Lot Number: 603 17 404 Ship Date: 3/23/2026 SPECIFICATION MIN MAX ACTUAL NaHS03: 38.0 42.0 wt% 39.1 pH: 3.3 5.0 4.4 Specific Gravity: 1.31 1.38 @ 20'C 1.32 Certified By: Copies.Customer File DS 10/19/2022 NSF The Public Health and Safety Organization NSF Product and Service Listings These NSF Official Listings are current as of Wednesday,April 1, 2026 at 12:15 a.m.Eastern Time. Please contact NSF to confirm the status of any Listing,report errors, or make suggestions. Alert:NSF is concerned about fraudulent downloading and manipulation of website text.Always confirm this information by clicking on the below link for the most accurate information: hL1:D:!/info.nsf.ore/ rtifi d/Pws hemi als/ .icti gip CQmpapyName=u nivar&TradeName=sodium+bisulfite& NSF/ANSI/CAN 6o Drinking Water Treatment Chemicals - Health Effects Univar Solutions Canada Ltd. DBA Univar Canada Ltd. 64 Arrow Road North York,ON M9M 2L9 Canada 416-740-5300 Facility: Guelph, Ontario, Canada Sodium Bisulfite[5] Trade Designation Product Function Max Use Sodium Bisulfite 38% Dechlorination 46mg/L [5] This product contains sulfite. Sulfites have been known to cause potentially lethal allergic reactions in sulfite-sensitive individuals. The maximum recommended allowable residual sulfite level in the finished drinking water is 100 ppb (0.1 mg/L). NOTE: Only products bearing the NSF Mark on the product, product packaging, and/or documentation shipped with the product are Certified. Univar Solutions USA 3015 Highland Parkway Suite 200 Downers Grove,IL 60515 United States 425-889-340o Facility: # 1 St. Louis, MO Sodium Bisulfite Trade Designation Product Function Max Use Sodium Bisulfite 38-4o% Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite Solution Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L NOTE: Only products bearing the "NSF 60" designation are Certified by NSF International. Facility: Distribution Center- Phoenix 27th Ave.,AZ Sodium Bisulfite[t] Trade Designation Product Function Max Use Sodium Bisulfite 25% Dechlorination 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 38% Dechlorination 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 39% Dechlorination 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 4o% Dechlorination 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 41% Dechlorination 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 42% Dechlorination 46mg/L [1] This product contains sulfite. Sulfites have been known to cause potentially lethal allergic reactions in sulfite-sensitive individuals. The maximum recommended allowable residual sulfite level in the finished drinking water is 100 ppb (0.1 mg/L). NOTE: Only products bearing the "NSF 60" designation are Certified by NSF International. Facility: Distribution Center- Stockton, CA Sodium Bisulfite Trade Designation Product Function Max Use SODIUM BISULFITE 25%[1] Dechlorination 46mg/L [1] This product contains sulfite. Sulfites have been known to cause potentially lethal allergic reactions in sulfite-sensitive-individuals. The maximum recommended allowable residual sulfite level in the finished drinking water is 100 ppb (0.1 mg/L) NOTE: Only products bearing the "NSF 60" designation are Certified by NSF International. Facility: Redwood City, CA Sodium Bisulfite[2] Trade Designation Product Function Max Use Sodium Bisulfite 25% Dechlorination 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 42% Dechlorination 46mg/L [2] This product contains sulfite. Sulfites have been known to cause potentially lethal allergic reactions in sulfite-sensitive individuals. The maximum recommended allowable residual sulfite level in the finished drinking water is 100 ppb (0.1 mg/L). NOTE: Only products bearing the "NSF 60" designation are Certified by NSF International. Facility: Santa Fe Springs, CA Sodium Bisulfite[3] Trade Designation Product Function Max Use Sodium Bisulfite 38-4o% Dechlorination 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 25% Dechlorination 46mg/L [3] This product contains sulfite. Sulfites have been known to cause potentially lethal alergic reactions in sulfite-sensitive individuals. The maximum recommended allowable residual sulfite level in the finished drinking water is 100 ppb (0.1 mg/L). NOTE: Only products bearing the "NSF 60" designation are Certified by NSF International. Facility: Denver, CO Sodium Bisulfite[3] Trade Designation Product Function Max Use Sodium Bisulfite 38-4o% Dechlorination 5omg/L Sodium Bisulfite Solution 38-4o% Dechlorination 5omg/L [3] This product contains sulfite. Sulfites have been known to cause potentially lethal allergic reactions in sulfite-sensitive individuals. The maximum recommended allowable residual sulfite level in the finished drinking water is 100 ppb (0.1 mg/L). NOTE: Only products bearing the "NSF 60" designation are Certified by NSF International. Facility: Tampa, FL Sodium Bisulfite Trade Designation Product Function Max Use Sodium Bisulfite Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 25% Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 38-4o% Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite Solution Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite Solution 38-4o% Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L NOTE: Only products bearing the "NSF 60" designation are Certified by NSF International. Facility: Distribution Center- Dallas, GA Sodium Bisulfite[i] Trade Designation Product Function Max Use Sodium Bisulfite 38-4o% Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite Solution Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L [1] This product contains sulfite. Sulfites have been known to cause potentially lethal allergic reactions in sulfite-sensitive individuals. The maximum recommended allowable residual sulfite level in the finished drinking water is 100 ppb (0.1 mg/L). NOTE: Only products bearing the "NSF 60" designation are Certified by NSF International. Facility: Distribution Center- South Sioux City, NE Sodium Bisulfite Trade Designation Product Function Max Use SODIUM BISULFTTE 38-40%[1] Dechlorination 46mg/L [1] This product contains sulfite. Sulfites have been known to cause potentially lethal allergic reactions in sulfite-sensitive individuals. The maximum recommended allowable residual sulfite level in the finished drinking water is 100 ppb (0.1 mg/L). NOTE: Only products bearing the "NSF 60" designation are Certified by NSF International Facility: Portland, OR Sodium Bisulfite[i] Trade Designation Product Function Max Use Sodium Bisulfite Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 25% Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 38-4o% Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite Solution Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite Solution 38-40% Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L [1] This product contains sulfite. Sulfites have been known to cause potentially lethal allergic reactions in sulfite-sensitive individuals. The maximum recommended allowable residual sulfite level in the finished drinking water is 100 ppb (0.1 mg/L). NOTE: Only products bearing the "NSF 60" designation are Certified by NSF International. Facility: Distribution Center- Morrisville Steel Road, PA Sodium Bisulfite[i] Trade Designation Product Function Max Use Sodium Bisulfite Dechlorination 46mg/L [1] This product contains sulfite. Sulfites have been known to cause potentially lethal allergic reactions in sulfite-sensitive individuals. The maximum recommended allowable residual sulfite level in the finished drinking water is 100 ppb (0.1 mg/L). NOTE: Only products bearing the "NSF 60" designation are Certified by NSF International. Facility: Middletown, PA Sodium Bisulfite[i] Trade Designation Product Function Max Use Sodium Bisulfite Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite Solution,38-40% Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L [1] This product contains sulfite. Sulfites have been known to cause potentially lethal allergic reactions in sulfite-sensitive individuals. The maximum recommended allowable residual sulfite level in the finished drinking water is 100 ppb (0.1 mg/L). NOTE: Only products bearing the "NSF 60" designation are Certified by NSF International. Facility: Corpus Christi, TX Sodium Bisulfite[i] Trade Designation ProductFunction Max Use Sodium Bisulfite 2o% Dechlorination 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 38-4o% Dechlorination 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 38-42% Dechlorination 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 40% Dechlorination 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 40-43% Dechlorination 46mg/L [1] This product contains sulfite. Sulfites have been known to cause potentially lethal allergic reactions in sulfite-sensitive individuals. The maximum recommended allowable residual sulfite level in the finished drinking water is 100 ppb (0.1 mg/L). Facility: Kent, WA Sodium Bisulfite Trade Designation Product Function Max Use Sodium Bisulfite Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 38-4o% Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite Solution Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite Solution 38-4o% Dechlorinator&Antioxidant 46mg/L NOTE: Only products bearing the "NSF 60" designation are Certified by NSF International. Facility: Dallas Bekay Street,TX Sodium Bisulfite Trade Designation Product Function Max Use Sodium Bisulfite 4o%[i] Dechlorination 5omg/L [1] This product contains sulfite. Sulfites have been known to cause potentially lethal allergic reactions in sulfite-sensitive individuals. The maximum recommended allowable residual sulfite level in the finished drinking water is 100 ppb (0.1 mg/L). i NOTE: Only products bearing the "NSF 60" designation are Certified by NSF International. Facility: Houston, TX Sodium Bisulfite Trade Designation Product Function Max Use Sodium Bisulfite 30% Dechlorination 5omg/L Sodium Bisulfite 38-40% Dechlorination 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 40% Dechlorination 46mg/L NOTE: Only products bearing the "NSF 60" designation are Certified by NSF International. Facility: Phoenix 45th Avenue,AZ Sodium Bisulfite[i] Trade Designation Product Function Max Use Sodium Bisulfite 25% Dechlorination 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 38% Dechlorination 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 39% Dechlorination 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 40% Dechlorination 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 41% Dechlorination 46mg/L Sodium Bisulfite 42% Dechlorination 46mg/L [1] This product contains sulfite. Sulfites have been known to cause potentially lethal allergic reactions in sulfite-sensitive individuals. The maximum recommended allowable residual sulfite level in the finished drinking water is 100 ppb (0.1 mg/L). NOTE: Only products bearing the "NSF 60" designation are Certified by NSF International. Number of matching Manufacturers is 2 Number of matching Products is 51 Processing time was i seconds Univar Solutions USA LLC 8201 S.212th UnivarSolutions Kent,WA 98032-1994 USA T 206-653-5075 www.univarsolutions.com April 1,2026 City of Port Arthur Attn: City Secretary 444 4th Street,4th Floor Port Arthur, TX 77640 RE: P26-027 Sodium Bisulfite Dear City Secretary, Univar is pleased to offer a price quote on your Bid due Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 3:15 P.M., and has done so on the attached required paperwork. Our contact information for all things bid and contract related, as well as the information for your local branch, is also attached. We look forward to hearing the results of your request—we have included a self-addressed, stamped envelope for the bid tabulations. Thank you, 1 o 4erf(Ouday Sr.Municipal Bid Specialist Central Region Univar Solutions USA LLC Mun iteam-east@ univarsolutions.com www.univarsolutions.com Please Note: Seller shall indemnify Buyer for losses to the extent caused by Seller's negligence or breach of contract. Neither party is liable for incidental or consequential damages. Seller's liability is limited to the purchase price of the goods. SELLER MAKES NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 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PURCHASING CONTRACT AGREEMENT FOR LIQUID SODIUM BISULFITE THIS AGREEMENT, made this the day of , 2026, by an individual, firm partnership or corporation, Ineos Calabrian Corp. of Port Neches, Texas, 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 one (1) year from the date of execution, with the option to renew for an additional one-year period. The City can terminate this contract at its convenience which includes, but not limited to, funding not being available in any budget cycle with thirty(30) days written notice. 2. The Vendor will provide liquid sodium bisulfate, as delineated and submitted in their bid dated April 15, 2026. 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: Liquid Sodium Bisulfate 4. The Vendor agrees to deliver all materials on an as-needed basis during the term of this contract,as shown in the Bid sheet and shown below: Bid price of$2.76/gal. for 3,000-gallon loads 5. The term "Contract Documents" means and includes the following: a) Agreement b) Invitation to Bid c) Specifications and General Information d) Bid Sheet e) Non-Collusion Affidavit A- 1 f) Affidavit g) Conflict of Interest Questionnaire h) SB 252 Chapter 2252 Certification i) House Bill 89 Verification 6. This Agreement shall be binding upon all parties hereto and their respective heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed, or caused to be executed 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 on the day of , 2026. ATTEST CITY OF PORT ARTHUR BY Sherri Bellard Ronald Burton, CPM CITY SECRETARY CITY MANAGER Signed on the day of 2026 WITNESS Ineos Calabrian Corp. BY Print Name: Title: A- 2 CHARLOTTE M.MOSES,MAYOR 10/, RONALD BURTON,CPM HAROLD L.DOUCET,SR., ' CITY MANAGER MAYOR PRO TEM City of _ city SHERRI BELLARD,TRMC COUNCIL MEMBERS: t" ,, CITY SECRETARY WILLIE BAE LEWIS,JR. TIFFANY L.HAMILTON EVERFIELD n r t r t h u1 ROXANN PAIS COTRONEO DONEANE BECKCOM CITY ATTORNEY THOMAS KINLAW,HI Texas DONALD FRANK,SR. MARCH 29,2026 INVITATION TO BID LIQUID SODIUM BISULFITE FOR UTILITY OPERATIONS DEADLINE: Sealed Bid submittals must be received and time stamped by 3:00 p.m., Central Standard Time, Wednesday, April 8, 2026. (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,April 8,2026 in the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 5th Floor, Port Arthur, TX. You are invited to attend. MARK ENVELOPE:P26-027 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 writing to: City of Port Arthur, TX Clifton Williams, Acting Purchasing Manager P.O. Box 1089 Port Arthur, TX 77641 Clifton.williams(a,portarthurtx.gov Purchasing Division/Finance Department I Purchasing Manager,Clifton Williams, P.O.Box 10891444 4th Street I Port Arthur,Texas 77641 1409.983.8160 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 Purchasing Manager Page 2 of 16 • CM of > �e -CITY OF PORT ARTHUR,TEXAS 1{ l j11 ort rtL«c�`r"r- ADDENDUM NO.ONE(1) TM APRIL 8,2026 BID FOR: LIQUID SODIUM BISULFITE FOR UTILITY OPERATIONS BID NUMBER:P26-027 The following clarifications, amendments, deletions, additions,revision and/or modifications are made a part of the contract documents and change the original documents only in the manner and to the extent hereinafter stated and shall be incorporated in the contract documents. Provisions of this addendum shall take precedence over requirements of the original contract documents and all BIDDERS ARE REQUESTED TO ACKNOWLEDGE SAID PROVISIONS IN THE SUBMISSION OF THEIR BID. Addendum as follows 1. DEADLINE: Sealed bid submittals must be received and time stamped by 3100 p.m.,Central Standard Time,Wednesday,April 15,2026. (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 Apri115,2026 in'the City Council Chambers, City Hall, 5th Floor, Port Arthur, TX. Bids will be opened in a manner to avoid public disclosure of contents; however, only the names of proposers will be read aloud. If you have any questions,please contact the Purchasing Division at 409-983 8160. NOTE: ALL PAGES OF ADDENDA MUST BE SIGNED AND SUBMITTED WITH YOUR BID DOCUMENTS. 1 Cli'ien Williams Purchasing Manager (1-- S- 20 '24 Signa"" e of t oposer Date ,4Eo s CAI-k GAA Pc*i ColtPno-acT Company Vendor Name Page 1 of 1 INVITATION TO BID LIQUID SODIUM BISULFITE FOR UTILITY OPERATIONS (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: Page 3 of 16 SPECIFICATIONS FOR LIQUID SODIUM BISULFITE FOR THE CITY OF PORT ARTHUR UTILITY OPERATIONS General Information All chemicals specified herein shall conform to Standard 60 of the American National Standards Institute/National Sanitation Foundation (ANSI/NSF). Conformance with this Standard must be certified by an agency recognized by the Texas Department of Health. Bidders must submit such certification with their bid. Successful Bidder or Bidders shall provide to the Utility Operations Department a current Material Safety Data Sheet(MSDS)for any chemicals supplied per this specification. All bids are to be F.O.B. Port Arthur, Texas. The City of Port Arthur will not accept demurral charges or freight bills. Shippers shall notify City personnel prior to unloading any product. The contract shall be one-year with the option to renew for an additional one-year. No price increases will be allowed during life of the contract. Liquid Sodium Bisulfite Solution Technical grade purity, liquid sodium bisulfite (40% +/-2, by weight). Product will be 0.7% max. Sulfate, 25 ppm max. Iron (as Fe), 0.01%max. Insoluble and 1.33 specific gravity at 25°C. Freezing point to be -2°C and pH to be 3.5 to 4.5. Typical appearance to be a pale yellow liquid, sediment-free. Bid Quantities The amounts specified are estimated and are used as a basis for bidding only. Bid quantities were determined from past experience and laboratory testing, and do not obligate the City to purchase these amounts. A total of 54,000 gallons shipped in bulk loads as follows: (8) 1500 gallon loads (14)3000 gallon loads Wastewater Plant chemical storage connections are made of PVC pipe with a 2" stainless steel female quick coupling. Static lift required of delivery truck is 12 feet maximum. All deliveries will be accepted between 7:30 am and 3:00 pm at the Main WWTP, 6300 Procter Street and at the Port Acres WWTP,2901 W. Hwy.365. Page 4 of 16 CITY OF PORT ARTHUR,TEXAS BID SHEET BID FOR: Liquid Sodium Bisulfite for Utility Operations BID DUE DATE:April 8, 2026 DESCRIPTION UNIT PRICE 1500-gallon load: $ "3, 0 f /Jca 1 3000-gallon load: $ a • /4 /sa 1 . NCOS CALAT3R1A la t430,(c')3i-I SSvo ki .34 4 COMPANY NAME STREET ADDRESS � r SI '+ : i R P.O.BOX '11ieLCi �'J S'62 c t*C 1 t?o rti'C l'ic e:-thG rI I X /7 4 c i PRINT OR TYPE NAME CITY STATE ZIP A-cc00riYt- 04h-r9A-C,CA- y01 - -7-Li - /447 1 TITLE AREA CODE TELEPHONE NO. sage.- b0Siut1 l• 1r✓\p_0i 1 . CAPl" J7/A- F�IvIAIL� FAX NO. Page 5 of 16 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: 136S QL4E Title: c`o „'<V MA(-AA Company: -1-lc0 S C L- 3 ri P, /4 CV- Po it- T i u Date: y— 20z_c SUBSCRIBED and sworn to before me the undersigned authority bye,, MIfiee of, 1-..u;.s�Ain behalf of said bidder. ,,er! - /ue EDISON VAZQUEZ Notary ID#134207614 Pu or the ,Alt; My Commission Expires State T s • 'fit-or February 17, 2027 • My commission expires: D Z `l l Z621- Page 6 of 16 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: AI hereby certify that I do not have outstanding debts with the City of Port Arthur. I further agree to pay s 0--ding 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. I4 os CALIN 0OAAk1 C3rt.p0, T(QhP q— g - to 14 Firm Name Date '. ll r#GcL vraT MA-ki-4-c-,ew tho Siggnatur Title J -6.- /-30 4urc -7t3-- y1(e— 3 f LO Name(please print) Telephone 'Obj Q , b0sv.4.�� Ca. j, co S•. co L7,-. il Em STATE: -re COUNTY: -iv-4 5 SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN to before me by the above named J, ..7e_ 695 p - - on this the 8 day of Aft"'( ,20 Zoo . (4_AY o4 EDISON VAZQUEZ ! �1� Notary ID�1134207614 Nota C 7�r4 MyCommission Expires February 17,2027 RETURN THIS AFFIDAVIT AS PART OF THE BID PROPOSAL 1 Page 7 of 16 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. OFRCE USE ONLY This questionnaire is being filed in accordance with Chapter 176,Local Government Code,by a vendor who Date Received has a business relationship as defined by Section 176.001(1-a)with a local governmental entity and the 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 lousiness 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 Code.An offense under this section is a misdemeanor. J Name of vendor who has a business relationship with local governmental entity. N / A 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.) J Name of local government officer about whom the information is being disclosed. Name of Officer J 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)(A). Also describe any family relationship with the local government officer. Complete subparts A and B for each employment or business relationshipdescribed. Attach additional pages to this Form CIQ 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? Yes No RIA 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? n Yes n No ('i /A 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. IJ flCheck this box it the vendor has given the local government officer or afamily 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). 2j Signs a of v •doing business with the govemmental entity q' Date ZE Form provided by T s Et s Commission www.ethics.state.tx.us Revised 11/30/2015 Page 8 of 16 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 6176.001(1a):'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 6176.003(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 6176.006(a)and la-11 (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(30/2015 Page 9 of 16 SB 252 CHAPTER 2252 CERTIFICATION I, J 0 2 ox f) 0S u�.L ,the undersigned an representative of S LA•t LA(S fZ1 hl Ca hLiPa rulfT 1 o r,1 (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 will immediately notify the City of Port Arthur Purchasing Department. Name of Company Representative(Print) via : • Compan •- . esentative LC Date Page 10 of 16 House Bill 89 Verification I, SJ rJ e I o S�� �� (Person name), the undersigned representative (hereafter referred to as "Representative") of yrlL0 CL11,.`l Z3rZt %!-►4 CJ 00,1AT ) 04 (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. ` ' �- SIG.IATURE' •F REPRESENTATIVE SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO BEFORE ME, the undersigned authority, on this day of ,4 ,-..i , 20 U . LT//AY,,�P�/g EDISON VAZQU EZ / r40`" Notary ID#134207614 ''�11.}' M February 517, 2027ion Ex eS PU Page 11 of 16 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 sibmits 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. 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: No public official shall have interest in this contract, in accordance with Vemon's Texas Code Annotated,Local Government Code Title 5, Subtitle C,Chapter 171. ETHICS: The bidder shall not offer or accept gifts or anything of value nor enter into any business arrangement with any employee,official or agent of the City of Port Arthur. 1KINIMUM 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 Page 12 of 16 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.: Accounts Payable, 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. 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. OUANTITIES: 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. Page 13 of 16 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 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. Page 14 of 16 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. 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. Page 15 of 16 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. Page 16 of 16