This is for the approval of a Turbidity and Chlorine Monitoring System with CL2 Solutions, LLC in an amount not to exceed $116,534. The current settled water sampling process relies on a gravity-fed pipeline that draws from multiple points within a flume. This introduces significant lag time in data transmission, resulting in delayed awareness of water quality changes. Additionally, biofilm accumulation and internal pipe degradation can lead to artificially elevated turbidity readings and chlorine depletion prior to analysis. The Industrial & Domestic Water Supply and Treatment Plant is requesting this upgrade to eliminate inaccuracies and obtain real-time data for critical process control parameters. This upgrade will provide real-time, basin-specific turbidity and chlorine residual data, enabling the I&D staff to respond immediately to water quality fluctuations. This will lead to more efficient chemical dosing, improved process optimization, and enhanced compliance with state regulatory reporting requirements. It also reduces the risk of non-compliance events due to delayed or inaccurate data.

The existing sample conveyance system was designed during an earlier era of plant operations and was sufficient for its time. However, as regulatory expectations and system complexity have increased, this approach no longer meets modern standards for responsiveness and accuracy. The planned instrumentation upgrade is part of a broader initiative to modernize plant monitoring infrastructure.

This action directly supports the City’s commitment to providing safe, reliable drinking water and maintaining full regulatory compliance. By embracing new water technology, the City also demonstrates a forward-thinking approach to public infrastructure management and environmental stewardship.

The installation of advanced analyzers ties into the City’s overarching narrative of innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement in public service delivery. It positions the I&D plant to adapt to future challenges, including stricter environmental regulations and growing demand for high-quality water.

The primary concern is the initial cost and training curve associated with the new equipment. However, these are offset by the long-term operational benefits, including reduced labor hours spent on manual sampling, fewer corrective actions, and extended equipment life due to better process control.

Staff evaluated enhancing the existing sample line infrastructure or increasing the sampling frequency with manual labor. Both options were deemed inefficient and unsustainable. Real-time, in-situ monitoring provides the most reliable, cost-effective solution for the long term.

This is a sole source because CL2 Solutions, LLC is the only known supplier of this monitoring system, which provides the most reliable, cost-effective solution for long-term services. Delivery: As requested. Terms: Net 30 days. The vendor is:

S. S. CL2 Solutions, LLC (Valrico, FL) (D) $116,534

A pre-proposal conference was not conducted. (D) Indicates non-local, non-DBE business.

Approval