Annual Removal of Calcium Carbonate Materials

The contract involves providing specialized services for the removal, transportation, and disposal of approximately 11,000 tons of calcium carbonate (CaCO3) from two water treatment facilities operated by the City of Lakeland, Florida. The contractor must supply leak-proof trailers, dependable tractor units, and qualified drivers to perform these tasks around the clock, seven days a week, ensuring consistent and proper disposal according to a regular schedule. The agreement requires the contractor to have documented primary and alternate receiving facilities at the time of award, with the city retaining the right to direct deliveries to any city facility as needed. The contract's initial term begins upon issuance of a purchase order and extends through September 30, 2026, with options for four additional one-year renewals upon mutual agreement. Pricing adjustments related to fuel costs are to be managed through a mutually approved method submitted by the contractor, which the city must review and approve before implementation. If no such method is submitted or approved, unit costs will remain fixed throughout the contract duration. The solicitation was posted on July 30, 2025, with responses due by August 19, 2025. The contract size is estimated between $500,000 and $1,500,000, and the project is managed by Lakeland Water Utilities under the Florida state organization. The primary point of contact for this procurement is Tara Walls, reachable via email or phone.