Sand & Cinders, De-Icing

The California Statewide Contract 1-20-56-10-02E is an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) focused on procuring sand and cinders de-icing materials for transportation and municipal infrastructure. The contract provides a comprehensive solution for obtaining high-quality de-icing materials that meet specific technical specifications, including precise grading, moisture content, and durability requirements. Designed primarily for the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), the IDV also offers optional participation to local governmental agencies such as California State Universities, University of California system, K-12 schools, and community colleges, ensuring broad accessibility to essential winter road maintenance products.

The IDV is awarded to TNS TRUCKING INC and is managed by the Department of General Services (DGS) - Statewide Procurement division. The contract has a five-year performance period from August 28, 2020, to August 27, 2025, with potential extension options for two additional one-year periods. Geographically, the contract covers California, specifically focusing on Districts 2, 7, 8, and 12, with delivery points in counties like Lassen and Modoc. As a statewide contract, it features per-unit pricing for de-icing cinders ranging from $25.17 to $52.96 per ton, and includes provisions for emergency deliveries. The contractor is a certified Small Business, and local governmental agencies utilizing the contract are required to remit a 1.25% incentive fee to DGS for each transaction.