HomeMy WebLinkAbout156-25 RESOLUTION113 West Mountain Street
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 575-8323
Resolution: 156-25
File Number: 2025-946
A RESOLUTION TO WAIVE COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF TWO
OZONE DESTRUCTION UNITS FROM OXIDATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC IN THE AMOUNT OF
$44,240.00 PLUS ANY APPLICABLE SALES AND FREIGHT CHARGES FOR USE AT THE NOLAND
WATER RESOURCE RECOVERY FACILITY
WHEREAS, the use of an ozone destruct unit is an essential safety measure when dealing with high concentrations of
ozone to eliminate potentially harmful bacteria and organic compounds from the millions of gallons of treated water
produced by the Paul R. Noland Wastewater Treatment facility every day; and
WHEREAS, the original units have operated every hour of every day for nearly 15 years in a highly corrosive
environment and are undersized to meet the current ozone destruction requirements; and
WHEREAS, due to the very limited number of companies providing ozone equipment, and the even smaller number of
companies that can produce units in this size requirement, only two companies were found to produce ozone
destruction units capable of meeting peak demand; and
WHEREAS, Oxidation Technologies was the only company that responded to a request for a quote and the other
company only offers a complete ozone disinfection system that is incompatible with the Noland facility's power
requirements; and
WHEREAS, time is of the essence in procuring the larger destruct units because facility employees are at risk for
ozone over -exposure and the City is at risk of permit violations and environmental impacts.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE,
ARKANSAS:
Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby determines an exceptional situation exists
in which competitive bidding is deemed not feasible or practical and therefore waives the requirements of formal
competitive bidding and authorizes the purchase of two Ozone Destruction Units from Oxidation Technologies, LLC in
the amount of $44,240.00 plus any applicable sales and freight charges for use at the Noland Water Resource Recovery
Facility.
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Resolution: 156-25
File Number: 2025-946
PASSED and APPROVED on July 1, 2025
Approved: Attest:
J
Molly Rawn, Mayor Kara Paxton, City Clerk Treasurer
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CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE
ARKANSAS
MEETING OF JULY 1, 2025
CITY COUNCIL MEMO
2025-946
TO: Mayor Rawn and City Council
THRU: Keith Macedo, Chief of Staff
FROM: Tim Nyander, Utilities Director
SUBJECT: Oxidation Technologies, LLC - Ozone Destruct System for Noland WRRF and to
Request a Bid Waiver
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends approving a bid waiver for the purchase of two 350 CFM Ozone Destruction Units from
Oxidation Technologies, LLC in the amount of $44,240.00 plus applicable taxes and freight charges for use at
the Noland Water Resource Recovery Facility.
BACKGROUND:
The use of an ozone destruct unit is an essential safety measure when dealing with high concentrations of
ozone. Ozone destruction is accomplished by passing ozone over a catalytic material to convert ozone gas
(03) back into oxygen (02). The catalytic media reacts with the ozone, breaking it down into oxygen without
producing any harmful byproducts. The City of Fayetteville utilizes ozone to eliminate potentially harmful
bacteria and organic compounds from the millions of gallons of treated water produced by the Paul R. Noland
Wastewater Treatment facility every day. This unique treatment process ensures an unmatched level of
protection for the White River Watershed.
DISCUSSION:
The original units have operated every hour of every day for nearly 15 years in a highly corrosive environment
at the Paul R. Noland Wastewater Treatment Facility. Since their installation, it has been determined that the
original units are undersized to meet the current ozone destruction requirements. The existing units are
capable of safely treating 45 cubic feet per minute (CFM) of airflow each for a total of 90 CFM. Current
operating conditions at Noland require 655 CFM of airflow to be treated at peak demand to ensure a safe
atmosphere within the facility. Due to the very limited number of companies providing ozone equipment, and
the even smaller number of companies that can produce units in this size requirement, only two companies
were found to produce ozone destruction units capable of meeting the 655 CFM peak demand. Oxidation
Technologies was one of two companies that responded to a request for a quote, the other company only
offers a complete ozone disinfection system that was incompatible with the Noland facility's power
requirements. Oxidation Technologies visited our site and provided their proposal for custom equipment to
match our piping and system configuration.
Time is of the essence in procuring the larger destruct units, because facility employees are at risk for ozone
over -exposure and the City of Fayetteville is at risk for NPDES permit violations and environmental impacts.
Staff recommends a bid waiver resolution to approve the purchase of the ozone destruct units from Oxidation
Technologies, LLC in the amount of $44,240.00 plus applicable freight charges and taxes. Procuring the ozone
destruct units quickly will ensure staff safety in the ozone disinfection system area.
Mailing address:
113 W. Mountain Street www.fayetteville-ar.gov
Fayetteville, AR 72701
This item was presented to the Water, Sewer & Solid Waste Committee on May 13, 2025, and received a
unanimous vote to forward it to the full City Council for consideration for approval.
BUDGET/STAFF IMPACT:
Funds are available for this project in the Plant Pumps & Equipment capital account in the Water & Sewer
Fund.
ATTACHMENTS: 3. Staff Review Form, 4. Ozone Exhibit, 5. Oxidation Technologies Quote
Mailing address:
113 W. Mountain Street www.fayetteville-ar.gov
Fayetteville, AR 72701
== City of Fayetteville, Arkansas
y 113 West Mountain Street
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479)575-8323
- Legislation Text
File #: 2025-946
A RESOLUTION TO WAIVE COMPETITIVE BIDDING AND APPROVE THE PURCHASE
OF TWO OZONE DESTRUCTION UNITS FROM OXIDATION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC IN
THE AMOUNT OF $44,240.00 PLUS ANY APPLICABLE SALES AND FREIGHT CHARGES
FOR USE AT THE NOLAND WATER RESOURCE RECOVERY FACILITY
WHEREAS, the use of an ozone destruct unit is an essential safety measure when dealing with high
concentrations of ozone to eliminate potentially harmful bacteria and organic compounds from the
millions of gallons of treated water produced by the Paul R. Noland Wastewater Treatment facility every
day; and
WHEREAS, the original units have operated every hour of every day for nearly 15 years in a highly
corrosive environment and are undersized to meet the current ozone destruction requirements; and
WHEREAS, due to the very limited number of companies providing ozone equipment, and the even
smaller number of companies that can produce units in this size requirement, only two companies were
found to produce ozone destruction units capable of meeting peak demand; and
WHEREAS, Oxidation Technologies was the only company that responded to a request for a quote and
the other company only offers a complete ozone disinfection system that is incompatible with the
Noland facility's power requirements; and
WHEREAS, time is of the essence in procuring the larger destruct units because facility employees are
at risk for ozone over -exposure and the City is at risk of permit violations and environmental impacts.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS:
Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Fayetteville, Arkansas hereby determines an exceptional
situation exists in which competitive bidding is deemed not feasible or practical and therefore waives the
requirements of formal competitive bidding and authorizes the purchase of two Ozone Destruction Units
from Oxidation Technologies, LLC in the amount of $44,240.00 plus any applicable sales and freight
charges for use at the Noland Water Resource Recovery Facility.
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Tim Nyander
Submitted By
City of Fayetteville Staff Review Form
2025-946
Item ID
7/1/2025
City Council Meeting Date - Agenda Item Only
N/A for Non -Agenda Item
6/11/2025 WASTEWATER TREATMENT (730)
Submitted Date Division / Department
Action Recommendation:
Staff recommends approving the purchase of two 350 CFM Ozone Destruction Units from Oxidation Technologies,
LLC in the amount of $44,240.00 plus applicable taxes and freight charges for use at the Noland Water Resource
Recovery Facility.
Budget Impact:
5400.730.5800-5801.00
Water and Sewer
Account Number Fund
02069.1 Plant Pumps and Equipment - WWTP
Project Number
Budgeted Item? Yes
Does item have a direct cost? Yes
Is a Budget Adjustment attached? No
Total Amended Budget
Expenses (Actual+Encum)
Available Budget
Item Cost
Budget Adjustment
Remaining Budget
Project Title
$ 1,521,754.00
$ 69,785.42
5 1,451,968.58
$ 49,650.90
1,402,317.68
V20221130
Purchase Order Number:
Change Order Number:
Original Contract Number:
Previous Ordinance or Resolution #
Approval Date:
Comments: Freight is estimated at $1,000.00 and taxes are estimated at $4,410.90 for a total cost of $49,650.90.
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214 W Hwy 18, PO Box 29
Inwood, IA 51240
(515) 635-5854
Name / Address
Inframark
Michael R Muenich
1400 N Fox Hunter Rd
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Ship To
Inframark
Michael R Muenich
1400 N Fox Hunter Rd
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Estimate
Date Estimate #
6/11/2025 19049
Terms
Rep
Prepayment
JML
Item
Description
Qty
Cost
Total
CDU-400
Ozone Destruct System - 350 CFM
2
22,120.00
44,240.00
Safetly revert ozone gas to oxygen at flow -rates up to 350
CFM with wet/humid gas intake
Uses Carulite-200 Destruct media for ozone destruction
99.96% ozone destruction efficiency
6.2 Horsepower Regenerative Blower - HRC-1020 used
for airflow through destruct system
20" diameter stainless steel shell to hold 235 lbs of
Carulite-200 destruct media
Heater incorporated to keep catalyst warm and prevent
condensation
480 VAC, 3-phase electrical power required
Control box included on frame
- Motor starter for blower
- heater controls
- local ON/OFF switch
- remote control option included
3" Female NPT inlet/outlet connections
Total $44,240.00
"PRICING IS VALID FOR 30 DAYS" Customer Signature
To process this estimate into an order, please e-mail sales@oxidationtech.com for a link to
pay with credit card. To be set up with Net 30 terms e-mail martha@oxidationtech.com with
3 credit references & W9 for approval. Feel free to call us at 515-635-5854 with any