27A-069 Sewer Line Chemical Root Control Maintenance Services

New Castle County
Purchasing Division
87 Reads Way
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 395-5250
Bid # 27A-069
SEWER LINE CHEMICAL ROOT CONTROL MAINTENANCE SERVICES
New Castle County Sealed Bid and Proposal Solicitation
Introduction:
New Castle County is seeking competitive sealed bids and priced proposals for Sewer Line
Chemical Root Control Maintenance Services. Interested parties are asked to submit their bids
and proposals to the New Castle County Purchasing Division.
Important Dates:
First Advertisement May 20, 2026
Second Advertisement May 27, 2026
Deadline for Vendor Questions Noon, June 2, 2026
Proposal/Bid Submission Deadline 2:00 P.M. June 17, 2026
Target Award [or beginning of term] July 1, 2026
Bid Specifications:
Vendors are responsible for retrieving bid specifications and addenda (if applicable) from
https://www.newcastlede.gov/Bids.aspx.
All questions regarding this solicitation must be submitted in writing. No verbal responses or
unofficial communications that modify the terms and specifications of this solicitation will be
considered binding. Any changes to the solicitation will only be made through an official, written
addendum issued by New Castle County and posted on the website (link provided above). New
Castle County reserves the right to answer verbal questions that do not modify any part of this
solicitation.
Contact Information:
Questions should be submitted in writing and directed to Robin Allen, Chief Procurement Officer
at robin.allen@newcastlede.gov by the date and time noted in the table above.
March 1, 2026 Bid# 27A-069

New Castle County
Purchasing Division
87 Reads Way
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 395-5250
Bid # 27A-069
SEWER LINE CHEMICAL ROOT CONTROL MAINTENANCE SERVICES
Table of Contents -
Section 1: General Information ...................................................................................................... 3
1. Submission Deadline: .......................................................................................................... 3
2. Submission Address: ........................................................................................................... 3
3. Delivery Method: ................................................................................................................ 3
4. Bid Submission Instructions and Content Requirements: .................................................. 3
5. State of Delaware Business License .................................................................................... 5
6. Bid Opening: ........................................................................................................................ 5
7. Award Criteria ..................................................................................................................... 5
8. Contract Terms: .................................................................................................................. 6
9. Diversity and Inclusion: ..................................................................................................... 10
10. Subcontracting: ................................................................................................................. 11
11. Federal Funding Requirements Specific to Grant Awards ................................................ 11
Section 2: Bid Specific Requirements ........................................................................................... 12
1. Scope of Work | Specifications ......................................................................................... 12
2. Right to Inspect ................................................................................................................. 12
3. Indemnification ................................................................................................................. 12
4. New Castle County Commitment to Supplier Diversity .................................................... 12
5. Contract Accessibility ........................................................................................................ 13
6. Confidentiality ................................................................................................................... 13
7. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)................................................................................. 13
8. Required Insurance ........................................................................................................... 13
9. Delaware Labor ................................................................................................................. 15
10. Cooperative Contingency .................................................................................................. 15
11. Additions ........................................................................................................................... 16
Section 3: Non-Collusion Statement ............................................................................................. 17
Section 4: Authorized Representative Procurement Affidavit ..................................................... 18
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New Castle County
Purchasing Division
87 Reads Way
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 395-5250
Bid # 27A-069
SEWER LINE CHEMICAL ROOT CONTROL MAINTENANCE SERVICES
Section 5: Respondent Checklist ................................................................................................... 20
Section 6: Green Initiative Expectations ....................................................................................... 21
SECTION 7: AI USAGE IN PROPOSAL PREPARATION ..................................................................... 23
Attachment A - Scope of Work/Specifications ............................................................................. 24
Attachment B - Pricing Information ............................................................................................. 25
NOTE - All Exhibits will be listed within the scope of work
IMPORTANT PLEASE NOTE: If you are not currently a registered vendor with
New Castle County, please register to become a vendor in our Vendor Self
Service portal. You will need to complete and upload your W9, provide your
banking information, and select the commodities that align with your business.
The link is as follows: https://newcastlecountyde.munisselfservice.com/vss
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New Castle County
Purchasing Division
87 Reads Way
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 395-5250
Bid # 27A-069
SEWER LINE CHEMICAL ROOT CONTROL MAINTENANCE SERVICES
SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Submission Deadline:
Proposals must be received before the Submission Deadline noted in the table on Page 1.
Submissions must include one (1) original and one (1) printed hard copy and of the
proposal within a sealed envelope.
2. Submission Address:
New Castle County Purchasing Division
New Castle County Government Center
87 Reads Way
New Castle, DE 19720
3. Delivery Method:
3.1 Mail to the address above. Use a carrier that guarantees delivery and provides
tracking. Vendor is fully responsible for delivery to the correct location by the due
date and time of the bid opening.
3.2 Deliver in person to the Government Center between 8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. EST on
business days. Contact a member of the Administrative Services at 302-395-5965
upon arrival or ask the Receptionist to contact the Purchasing Division.
3.3 Facsimile (fax) transmissions are unacceptable and will be rejected.
4. Bid Submission Instructions and Content Requirements:
4.1 Clearly display Bid # 27A-069, Sewer Line Chemical Root Control Maintenance
Services in the lower left quadrant on the front of the sealed envelope.
4.2 Include completed Non-Collusion Statement/Signature Page and Authorized
Representative Procurement Affidavit signed and dated by the Authorized
Representative.
4.2.1 Failure to sign and return these documents could result in a bid
submission being rejected.
4.3 The Signature Page must include the company name, address, tax ID, and
contact information.
4.4 All bidders must provide copies of all necessary licenses required to perform the
work specified in this solicitation. Licenses must be issued by the appropriate
licensing authority prior to the execution of a contract or issuance of a purchase
order.
4.4.1 It is the responsibility of each bidder to ensure that their licenses are
current and valid throughout the bidding process and the duration of the
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New Castle County
Purchasing Division
87 Reads Way
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 395-5250
Bid # 27A-069
SEWER LINE CHEMICAL ROOT CONTROL MAINTENANCE SERVICES
contract. Expired or suspended licenses may result in disqualification
from the bidding process or termination of the contract if discovered
post-award.
4.4.2 Bidders must hold all licenses that are relevant to the scope of work or
specifications outlined in the solicitation. This includes, but is not limited
to, professional licenses, business licenses, contractor licenses,
specialized licenses, and any specific permits required by local, state, or
federal law.
4.4.3 Each bidder is responsible for understanding and identifying the specific
licenses and/or permits required to comply with section 4.4.2 of this
solicitation.
4.4.4 Copies of all required licenses must be submitted along with the bid
documents. Failure to include all necessary license documentation may
result in the bid being considered non-responsive.
4.4.5 Bidders are required to notify New Castle County immediately of any
changes to the status of licenses during the bidding process or contract
period. This includes renewals, suspensions, or revocations.
4.4.6 Compliance with all licensing requirements is mandatory. Bidders found
to be non-compliant may face penalties including, but not limited to,
disqualification from current and future solicitations, and legal actions
where applicable.
4.4.7 New Castle County reserves the right to verify the validity of any licenses
submitted as part of the bid documents at any time. Bidders may be
required to provide additional information or documentation to support
the validity of their licenses.
4.5 Vendors are asked to provide a brief statement on the Non-Collusion Statement
of how they heard about this solicitation opportunity.
4.6 By submitting a proposal, each bidder represents that has reviewed and will
comply with the New Castle County Code of Ethics, New Castle County Code
2.03.101-110 (the "Ethics Code"), throughout the solicitation process and during
the full term of any resulting contract, including any extensions or renewals.
4.6.1 Bidders shall refrain from offering, giving, soliciting, or accepting
anything of value to or from County officials or employees that would
violate the Ethics Code, and shall avoid any actions creating an
appearance that County decisions are influenced by factors other than
the merits.
4.6.2 Bidders shall not seek, obtain, disclose, or use confidential information
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New Castle County
Purchasing Division
87 Reads Way
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 395-5250
Bid # 27A-069
SEWER LINE CHEMICAL ROOT CONTROL MAINTENANCE SERVICES
for private gain or to obtain an unfair competitive advantage in the
procurement process or during contract performance.
4.6.3 Bidders shall disclose with their proposal the identity of any County
officials or employees, or spouse, child, parent, step-parent or sibling of
the whole or half-blood of any County official or employee, who are
associated with the bidder or who hold a legal or equitable ownership of
more than five (5) percent in the bidder (more than one (1) percent in
the case of a corporation whose stock is regularly traded on an
established securities market). Bidders shall include a description of the
association or ownership of any person identified. If such association or
ownership becomes known after submission the bidder shall provide
written notice to the New Castle County Purchasing Division within three
(3) business days of discovery.
4.6.4 By submitting a proposal and signing the Procurement Affidavit, the
bidder certifies ongoing compliance with the provisions in Section 4.6.
4.6.5 Without limiting any other rights or remedies, the County may deem a
proposal nonresponsive or reject a proposal if the bidder fails to comply
with the provisions in Section 4.6. or may require that a bidder provide a
favorable opinion of the Ethics Commission before awarding a bidder a
contract if a bidder discloses any person with an association or
ownership of the bidder.
5. State of Delaware Business License
Within seven (7) days from receiving a notice of intent to award, the successful vendor
must either furnish the County with proof of a Delaware Business Licensure or initiate the
process of application where required. https://onestop.delaware.gov/
6. Bid Opening:
Bids must be submitted no later than the date and time specified in the date table on
Page 1. Attendees are welcome at the bid opening meeting scheduled at that time.
7. Award Criteria
7.1 Award, if any, will be made in conjunction with the Delaware Code, Subchapter 2,
Chapter 69, Title 29, and the New Castle County Code 2.05.303, and 2.05.502.
7.2 This contract will be awarded to the responsible and responsive bidder(s) offering
the best value and meeting the bid's requirements. Award decisions will be based
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New Castle County
Purchasing Division
87 Reads Way
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 395-5250
Bid # 27A-069
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on price and product evaluation.
7.3 New Castle County reserves the right to reject any or all bids and/or to make
awards in the manner most advantageous to the County, including multiple,
partial, or itemized awards in conjunction with the Delaware Code, Subchapter 2,
Chapter 69, Title 29 and the New Castle County Code 2.05.303, and 2.05.502.
7.4 Receipt of a contract award does not guarantee any specific volume of orders for
services or products under the resulting contract.
8. Contract Terms:
8.1 The contract period will be from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027 with the option to
extend annually for a period of up to three (3) years, one year at a time, by mutual
agreement.
8.2 Pricing must be company/firm for the length of the contract, including extensions
as applicable.
8.3 Payment Terms:
8.3.1 The purchase order/contract number must appear on all
correspondence, invoices, shipping papers and packages.
8.3.2 Modifications to any purchase order or contract are strictly prohibited
without prior written approval from the authorized representative of
New Castle County. Consequently, invoices submitted for any changes
that have not been previously authorized will not be eligible for
payment.
8.3.3 Invoices are to sent to accountspayable@newcastlede.gov.
8.4 Delivery Terms:
8.4.1 Any delivery associated with this purchase order or contract must be
F.O.B. (Free On Board) destination, unless specified otherwise in the
contract. This means that the vendor is responsible for all freight and
transportation costs and risks until the goods are delivered to the
specified destination. Any exceptions to this term must be clearly noted
and agreed upon in the contract.
8.4.2 Rejection of Non-Conforming Deliveries: New Castle County reserves the
right to reject and return, at the vendor's expense, any materials that
exceed the ordered quantity or are found to be defective.
8.4.3 Order Cancellation: The County may reject and/or cancel this order, or
any part of it, including installment deliveries, if there is a failure to ship
the order or any installment within the specified time frame, or if the
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New Castle County
Purchasing Division
87 Reads Way
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 395-5250
Bid # 27A-069
SEWER LINE CHEMICAL ROOT CONTROL MAINTENANCE SERVICES
shipments do not meet the ordered quantities or quality standards.
8.4.4 Suspension or Cancellation Due to Unforeseen Events: Deliveries may be
suspended or canceled during occurrences such as strikes, labor
disturbances, secondary boycotts, fires, floods, or other circumstances
beyond practical control of New Castle County.
8.4.5 Guarantee of Quality: All goods and articles provided under this order
are guaranteed to be free from defects in material and workmanship and
must conform to the specifications stated or referenced in this
agreement.
8.4.6 Compliance with Laws: In fulfilling this order, the vendor must comply
with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including the
Fair Labor Standards Act. Any legal provisions required by these laws and
regulations are considered to be incorporated by reference into this
contract.
8.4.7 Acceptance of Terms: By accepting this purchase order/contract and
delivering to New Castle County, the vendor agrees to all terms and
conditions outlined herein without modification. Any additional terms or
conditions provided by the vendor during shipment or delivery are
deemed null and void and are not enforceable.
8.5 Contract Termination:
8.5.1 Termination for Convenience: This contract may be terminated by New
Castle County if funding appropriated by the New Castle County Council
becomes unavailable or is reduced. Additionally, the County may
terminate this contract at its discretion if the goods or services provided
are no longer needed, or if there is a shift in the County's priorities. In
any case of termination for convenience, the County will provide written
notice to the other party.
8.5.2 Termination for Cause: New Castle County reserves the right to
terminate this contract immediately if the other party fails to meet any
of its contractual obligations. This includes, but is not limited to, failure
to deliver goods or services as specified within the agreed timelines, non-
compliance with performance standards, or breach of any terms and
conditions stipulated in the contract. Upon determination that a breach
has occurred, New Castle County will provide written notice of
termination to the defaulting party. The County expects strict adherence
to all contract provisions and will enforce this clause rigorously in the
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New Castle County
Purchasing Division
87 Reads Way
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 395-5250
Bid # 27A-069
SEWER LINE CHEMICAL ROOT CONTROL MAINTENANCE SERVICES
event of non-compliance.
8.6 New Castle County Code of Ethics; Conflict of Interest and Contracting
Restrictions:
8.6.1 The New Castle County Code of Ethics, New Castle County Code
2.03.101-110 et seq. (the "Ethics Code"), establishes minimum standards
for ethical conduct, financial disclosure, conflicts of interest, and related
prohibitions, and is administered by an independent Ethics Commission.
The Ethics Code includes, among other things: prohibitions relating to
conflicts of interest and the appearance of impropriety; restrictions on
representing private interests before the County; post-employment
restrictions; and rules governing confidential information, gifts,
solicitation, and code of conduct.
8.6.2 No County official or County employee, or his or her spouse, child,
parent, step-parent or sibling or any business with which the County
official or County employee or his or her spouse, child, parent, step-
parent or sibling is associated or who has a legal or equitable ownership
of more than five (5) percent (more than one (1) percent in the case of a
corporation whose stock is regularly traded on an established securities
market) shall enter into any contract with the County except for
employment contracts, unless the agreement is awarded following a
process of public notice and competitive bidding and there are no
circumstances that create an appearance of impropriety.
8.6.3 Exemptions to this requirement are allowed for contracts not exceeding
five hundred dollars ($500.00) annually, provided the terms are
negotiated at arm's length and there are no circumstances that create
an appearance of impropriety. This exemption also applies if the
subcontractor is the sole provider of the service or product, or there are
exigent circumstances, and there are no circumstances that create an
appearance of impropriety. A rebuttable presumption of a knowing and
willful violation of this section arises if a contract or subcontract is
awarded directly to a County official or employee or a spouse or child of
a County official or employee. This presumption can be contested with
appropriate evidence demonstrating compliance with ethical and
procedural standards.
8.6.4 The vendor shall ensure that any County official or employee who is
associated with the Business or who has a legal or equitable ownership
of more than five (5) percent (more than one (1) percent in the case of a
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Purchasing Division
87 Reads Way
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 395-5250
Bid # 27A-069
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corporation whose stock is regularly traded on an established securities
market) timely files a statement with the Office of Human Resources
pursuant to New Castle County Code 2.03.104.C. and, if applicable, a
statement of financial disclosure with the Ethics Commission pursuant to
New Castle County Code 2.03.106-107.
8.6.5 The vendor shall provide written notice to the Procurement Division and
the Ethics Commission within three (3) business days of any suspected
or actual violation of the Ethics Code by its owners, officers, employees,
agents, subcontractors, and representatives, or by any County official or
employee (or spouse, child, parent, step-parent or sibling of the County
official or employee) who either is associated with the vendor or has a
legal or equitable ownership of more than five (5) percent of the vendor
(or more than one (1) percent in the case of a corporation whose stock
is regularly traded on an established securities market).
8.6.6 The vendor shall cooperate fully with any Ethics Commission inquiry or
County investigation, including providing documents and access to
personnel reasonably necessary to assess compliance.
8.6.7 Upon award and upon County request, the vendor shall execute and
deliver a Conflicts of Interest/Ethics Code Compliance Certification in a
form acceptable to the County and shall furnish periodic written
attestations of continued compliance on contract anniversary basis.
8.6.8 Without limiting any other rights or remedies, the County may require
removal of personnel, impose contractual remedies, or terminate for
cause if the vendor fails to comply with the provisions in Section 8.6.
8.7 License Requirements:
8.7.1 License Provision and Verification: The vendor must pay for and provide
valid proof of all licenses required to perform the work specified under
this contract prior to commencement. This includes but is not limited to
professional licenses, business licenses, contractor licenses, specialized
licenses, and any specific permits required by local, state, or federal law.
8.7.2 Maintenance of Licenses: The vendor is responsible for ensuring that all
required licenses remain valid and active throughout the term of the
contract. Failure to maintain valid licenses may result in termination of
the contract.
8.7.3 Notification of License Changes: The vendor must immediately notify
New Castle County of any changes to the status of their licenses,
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