Agenda 05/23/2017 Item #16C 305/23/2017
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Recommendation to authorize the Sole-Source Waiver for a period of one year for the purchase of
Bioxide Plus 71, Aktivox, and VX456 from Evoqua Water Technologies LLC for use by the Public
Utilities Department Wastewater Division and approve a contract for Evoqua Water Technologies
LLC in the estimated amount of $500,000.
OBJECTIVE: To ensure the Wastewater Division remains in regulatory compliance (62-604 F.A.C.),
minimizes odors consistent with the good neighbor policy, and meets demand with sustained reliability by
utilizing Evoqua Water Technologies LLC’s (Evoqua) advanced products in the wastewater collection
system and the water reclamation facilities.
CONSIDERATIONS: The Collier County Wastewater Division operates more than 60 odor control
systems. The technologies that Evoqua provides enables the Wastewater Division to reduce dissolved
sulfides to minimize the impact on the odor control systems located in the lift stations and water
reclamation facilities. On July 26, 2011, the Board of County Commissioners (Board) approved agenda
item 16C6 for the sole source purchases of Evoqua’s Bioxide Plus 71, Aktivox and VX456 for a period of
five years. That purchase approval will expire June 11, 2017. The Public Utilities Department (Utility)
requests authorization for this new waiver to maintain uninterrupted and continued use of Evoqua’s odor
control products. During the upcoming year, staff will survey local sister utilities to obtain an
understanding of the technologies and chemicals used in the collection and treatment of wastewater.
Depending on the results of the survey, the Utility may undertake a formal study of its wastewater
treatment equipment and chemical usage. The results and recommendations of any such study will be
brought to the Board for review at a future meeting.
Bioxide Plus 71 is a non-toxic and safe product that is fed into the piping system between pump stations
to minimize dissolved sulfides created in the collections system. Reduction of diss olved sulfide assists
with minimizing higher levels of hydrogen sulfides to a manageable level for the odor control systems.
Aktivox and VX456 are utilized at the water reclamation facilities to provide an immediate impact to
reduce dissolved sulfides. The use of these technologies also assists with other odors associated with
sewage processing.
The new contract will be effective upon Board approval, will run contemporaneously with the existing
contract, and will then stand alone to fully qualify the transitional implementation of Evoqua’s advanced
technologies. These products provide the following additional benefits and advantages:
Reduces fats, oils and grease in the piping and pump station wet wells. This results in labor
and equipment cost savings by reducing the frequency of cleaning.
Allows the continued use of the existing, smaller odor control systems.
Reduces the potential of higher strength gasses that may affect the health and safety of plant
employees and residents who reside near the plants.
Pursuant to the Procurement Ordinance, Section V.C1, Section 9, Evoqua is the sole-source provider for
these patented products that have proven effective for the intended purpose. The purchase of Bioxide
Plus 71, Aktivox and VX456 from Evoqua constitutes an implied license to practice the processes
described in the United States Patent numbers 7,779,224B2,7,799,215B2 and US8,968,646B2. Bioxide
Plus 71, Aktivox and VX456 are registered trademarks of Evoqua Water Technologies LLC.
FISCAL IMPACT: Funds are available in the Collier County Water-Sewer District Operating Fund
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(408) and the Wastewater User Fee Fund (414). The actual amount to be expended will depend on the
demands on the wastewater system. The estimated cost is $500,000.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: This project meets current Growth Management Plan
standards to insure the viability of public facilities.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item is approved as to form and legality, and requires majority
vote for Board approval. -SRT
RECOMMENDATION: Authorize a Sole-Source Waiver for a period of one year for the purchase of
Bioxide Plus 71, Aktivox and VX456 from Evoqua Water Technologies LLC, and approve a contract in
the estimated amount of $500,000.
Prepared by: Beth Johnssen, Wastewater Division Director
Steve Messner, Water Division Director
ATTACHMENT(S)
1. Business Case - Evoqua (PDF)
2. Waiver - Evoqua - 5-16-2017 (PDF)
3. 17-7156 Evoqua_Contract_VendSign final - 5-17-2017 (PDF)
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COLLIER COUNTY
Board of County Commissioners
Item Number: 16.C.3
Doc ID: 3124
Item Summary: Recommendation to authorize the Sole-Source Waiver for a period of one year
for the purchase of Bioxide Plus 71, Aktivox, and VX456 from Evoqua Water Technologies LLC for use
by the Public Utilities Department Wastewater Division and approve a contract for Evoqua Water
Technologies LLC in the estimated amount of $500,000.
Meeting Date: 05/23/2017
Prepared by:
Title: Operations Analyst – Public Utilities Department
Name: Susan Jacobs
04/28/2017 4:32 PM
Submitted by:
Title: Division Director - Wastewater – Wastewater
Name: Beth Johnssen
04/28/2017 4:32 PM
Approved By:
Review:
Public Utilities Department Margie Hapke Additional Reviewer Completed 05/01/2017 11:12 AM
Public Utilities Operations Support Joseph Bellone Additional Reviewer Completed 05/01/2017 11:54 AM
Water Steve Messner Additional Reviewer Completed 05/01/2017 2:24 PM
Public Utilities Department Heather Bustos Level 1 Division Reviewer Completed 05/02/2017 3:14 PM
Procurement Services Ted Coyman Additional Reviewer Completed 05/08/2017 5:23 PM
Procurement Services Sandra Herrera Additional Reviewer Completed 05/08/2017 5:26 PM
Procurement Services Barbara Lance Level 1 Purchasing Gatekeeper Completed 04/28/2017 4:41 PM
Public Utilities Department George Yilmaz Level 2 Division Administrator Review Completed 05/09/2017 9:18 AM
County Attorney's Office Scott Teach Level 2 Attorney Review Completed 05/09/2017 11:15 AM
Office of Management and Budget Valerie Fleming Level 3 OMB Gatekeeper Review Completed 05/10/2017 9:22 AM
County Attorney's Office Jeffrey A. Klatzkow Level 3 County Attorney's Office Review Completed 05/11/2017 7:28 AM
Budget and Management Office Ed Finn Additional Reviewer Completed 05/11/2017 11:46 AM
Office of Management and Budget Susan Usher Additional Reviewer Completed 05/15/2017 10:13 AM
County Manager's Office Nick Casalanguida Level 4 County Manager Review Completed 05/17/2017 9:19 AM
Board of County Commissioners MaryJo Brock Meeting Pending 05/23/2017 9:00 AM
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Business Case
Evoqua Water Technologies LLC
1. What would the impact be to change to a different product (include: training,
inventory parts, maintenance, project (or staff time) to replace the item?
Increased maintenance and labor costs associated with frequency of cleaning piping and
pumps. Resident and visitor complaints of odors and pump stations in proximity to
residences. Utilizing other products or services could result in modifications to existing
infrastructure. Fines and violations imposed by local, state and federal regulations for non-
compliance under permit numbers FL0141356-013 and FL0141399-027, Florida
Administrative Code 62-600 (Domestic Wastewater Facilities), 62-610 (Reuse of
Reclaimed Water and Land Application) and 62-555 (Permitting, Construction, Operation
and Maintenance of Public Water Systems).
2. If the product requested is one-of-a-kind item, provide background information on
how this was determined and backup resources utilized.
Pursuant to the Procurement Ordinance, Section V.C1, Section 9, Evoqua is the sole-source
provider for these patented products that have been proven to be effective for the intended
purpose. The purchase of Bioxide Plus 71, Aktivox and VX456 from Evoqua constitutes
an implied license to practice the processes described in the United States Patent numbers
7,779,224B2,7,799,215B2 and US8,968,646B2.
The Public Utilities Department has more than 60 Siemens odor control units in the Collier
County Water-Sewer District. Almost 20 years ago, Collier County test piloted an odor
control program with Siemens equipment, products and services. This program was highly
successful and its proven technologies have only improved. In 2011, Siemens demonstrated
an advanced product, Bioxide 71, which was also very successful. Collier County has a
strict "good neighbor" policy and reliable odor control systems, products and services are
essential. Siemens was acquired by Evoqua Water Technologies LLC in 2014. If Collier
County switched products, it would have to change out all current odor control systems
since Evoqua products and services are proprietary. The products requested do not interfere
with further processing of waste, contain selective oxidants with specificity to sulfides and
related organic odor causing compounds, do not form chlorinated organics and fast -
reacting with long duration control. These characteristics meet the current equipment
requirements.
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Packet Pg. 605 Attachment: Business Case - Evoqua (3124 : Evoqua Water Technologies Purchase of Bioxide Plus 71, Aktivox and VX456)
3. Provide information on why a particular product and/or vendor was chosen.
The technologies that Evoqua Water Technologies LLC provides enable the Wastewater
Division to reduce dissolved sulfides to minimize the impact on the odor control systems
located in the lifts stations and wastewater reclamation facilities throughout Collier
County. This is proven technology compatible with proprietary equipment. Evoqua
products and services are warrantied, reliable and consistent.
4. If unique features are required to successfully perform the required function, identify
what those features are any why they are required. (Be specific)
This is a proven technology only provided by Evoqua Water Technologies LLC. Bioxide
Plus 71 is a non-toxic and safe product used to minimize dissolved sulfides created in the
collections system. Reduction of dissolved sulfide assists with minimizing higher levels
of hydrogen sulfides to a manageable level for the odor control systems located at pump
stations and wastewater reclamation facilities. Aktivox and VX456 are utilized at the
water reclamation facilities to provide an immediate impact to reduce dissolved sulfide.
The use of these technologies also assists with other odors associated with sewage
processing.
5. Provide information on other models available and why they were rejected. Provide
brand name, model, vendor name, date and name of each resource contacted. To
“exactly match existing equipment” or to “inter-member (connect) with existing
equipment” is not normally an acceptable justification for sole brand. When you
determine this is a justified factor that should be considered; the quantity,
manufacturer, brand, model, property number of the existing equipment, and
necessity for “interfacing” must be provided.
The requested products are sold exclusively through Evoqua Water Technologies LLC.
Purchasing from another vendor or contractor would add a markup to Evoqua's direct
pricing and not guarantee the current proven technology to remain in compliance.
6. Provide product listing of sole/single sourced items you are purchasing.
Bioxide Plus 71, Aktivox, VX456 to reduce odors associated with sewage processing.
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Packet Pg. 606 Attachment: Business Case - Evoqua (3124 : Evoqua Water Technologies Purchase of Bioxide Plus 71, Aktivox and VX456)
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