Title
Centennial Park Aquatic Center Chemicals Quote
History
The Illinois Parks and Recreation Association did not participate in the statewide bidding program for liquid bulk chlorine used at Centennial Park Aquatic Center. Costs vary considerably throughout the state due to the high cost of delivery, making it less expensive for a local vendor to supply. Last year the village had Mineral Masters deliver chlorine at a cost of $1.70 per gallon. This year, staff requested quotes from three companies on this product. The low quote from our local vender, Univar, is $1.27/gallon, delivered ($2.32/gallon two years ago with IPRA bid). The village has used this company for over 10 years and staff have always been very satisfied with their service. We are receiving a better rate due to the proximity of the vendor (Univar is located in Bolingbrook). Since the IPRA will not be bidding this product anymore, staff will go out for a three-year bid next season.
On April 21, 2014, this item was reviewed by the Parks & Recreation Committee, recommended for approval and referred to the Village Board of Trustees for consideration.
Financial Impact
The funds will come from the Pool Chemical line item 283-4005-462500, budgeted amount of $53,550.00.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve waiving the bid process;
And
To approve accepting the quote from Univar for liquid bulk chlorine at a cost not to exceed $1.27 per gallon.