Sand & Cinders, De-Icing

The California Statewide Contract 1-20-56-10-03E provides a comprehensive procurement vehicle for Sand and Cinders De-Icing Materials primarily used by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and available to local governmental agencies. The contract covers eight distinct specifications of sand and cinders materials (A, A1, A2, B, C, D, G, and H), designed to meet rigorous technical standards for highway maintenance in various geographic regions, including mountain and forest areas. These materials are specifically engineered to support winter road conditions, with strict requirements for grading, durability, moisture content, and turbidity to ensure optimal performance in challenging environmental conditions.

Foster & Son Trucking has been awarded this statewide contract by the Department of General Services (DGS) Procurement Division, with a performance period from August 28, 2020, to August 27, 2025, and potential extensions for two additional one-year periods. The contract covers multiple California counties, including Glenn, Nevada, and Sierra, with delivery points across various highway maintenance stations. Pricing is structured per ton and ranges from $43.89 to $87.35, depending on specific delivery locations. Local governmental agencies utilizing this contract are subject to a 1.25% administrative fee, and the contract features flexible delivery terms, including a two-calendar-day delivery window and no minimum order requirement, making it a versatile procurement solution for sand and de-icing materials.