I'm looking to set up a high-quality, self-service water refill station for communal use in my apartment building, compatible with 5-gallon water jugs. The station needs to meet strict safety, hygiene, and environmental standards to ensure residents have access to clean, reliable drinking water.
The specific certifications I'm requiring include:
NSF/ANSI Standards for contaminant reduction, material safety, and taste/odor improvement, ensuring the water dispensed is of the highest quality.
ADA Compliance to make the unit accessible to everyone in the building.
Energy Star Certification for efficiency, keeping energy costs low.
UL or ETL Certification to confirm the unit meets North American electrical safety standards.
ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications to guarantee quality management and environmentally responsible manufacturing.
FDA-compliant food-grade materials for any parts that come into contact with water, so there's no risk of leaching harmful substances.
Additional features, like WQA Gold Seal certification and anti-microbial coatings or UV sterilization, are also desirable for added peace of mind and hygiene, especially in a high-traffic, shared setting. This RFQ is for a station that can provide residents with safe, easy, and convenient access to purified water.