UNSPSC 50501901: Mineral salt lick

A block of salt enriched with minerals, licked by animals to supplement their diet.

UNSPSC 50501901 Mineral salt lick is a Commodity code that covers animal feed supplements and mineral products supplied to state and local government facilities. State and local governments procure mineral salt licks and related animal feed supplements to support livestock operations at county farms, correctional facilities, and animal shelters. Recent solicitations show demand for both dedicated mineral products and broader animal feed packages that include salt licks as components of larger feed supply contracts. Issuing bodies include county governments (DeKalb County, Georgia; Williamson County, Texas), state correctional and public safety departments (Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Texas Department of Public Safety), and county animal shelters. The mix spans rural agricultural operations, large multi-facility state prison systems, and municipal animal care facilities.

Activity concentrates in Texas and Georgia. Representative recent opportunities include DeKalb County's three-year ITB for feed, hay, and shavings at Little Creeks Horse Farm (due July 23, 2026); the Texas Comptroller's statewide IFB for animal feed, vitamins, and supplements supporting TDCJ and DPS facilities across seven prison units and ranches (26 line items including various mineral cattle supplements totaling 286 tons, sealed responses due May 27, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. Central Time in Austin); and Williamson County's IFB for veterinary pharmaceuticals and clinic supplies for its Regional Animal Shelter (due April 23, 2026, with one-year initial term and up to two additional 12-month renewals). Texas state procurement shows substantial aggregate volume and multi-facility logistics. Mineral salt lick and supplement solicitations typically require firm pricing for initial contract periods, on-time delivery (often within one calendar day or two weeks depending on the facility type), compliance with state agricultural codes or veterinary supply standards, and proof of appropriate licensing or insurance.