Industrial Grade Muriatic Acid (Hydrochloric Acid [HCl] 31.5%)

The solicitation 2026-QQ-704 seeks the supply of twelve 55-gallon drums of industrial grade muriatic acid (hydrochloric acid at 31.5% concentration) for use at the Bee Ridge Water Reclamation Facility in Sarasota, Florida. Bids must not exceed $50,000 in total value, and the award will go to the lowest-priced responsive and responsible bidder under a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) model, where technical compliance and responsibility are threshold requirements before price determines selection. Products must be new, free of suspended solids, and delivered within fourteen days of purchase order issuance to the designated facility, with delivery occurring Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. All drums must comply with Florida Department of Transportation requirements, be chemically compatible with hydrochloric acid, and be packaged using industrial-approved methods such as pallets, shrink wrap, or banding. Each container must be clearly labeled per OSHA Hazard Communication Standards, including proper hazard markings, product identification, and the associated purchase order number. No alternative products are permitted, and the County will inspect and accept goods upon delivery at the site. Invoices must be mailed to the Sarasota County Finance Department with the purchase order number and are subject to availability of appropriated funds. The vendor must hold valid licenses and certifications, maintain at least $1 million in general and auto liability insurance, and comply with Florida statutes regarding boycotts, convicted vendor restrictions, E-Verify compliance, and public records. Prohibited activities include unauthorized electronic interception of communications and conducting business with Cuba or Syria. Delivery is F.O.B. destination, with the vendor bearing all shipping costs. The vendor may not assign contractual obligations without written approval, disputes must be resolved in Sarasota County courts, and jury trials are waived. All proposals must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov Procurement portal by the deadline of May 12, 2026, at 2:30 PM, and failure to meet any requirement may result in disqualification.