2026 Rock Salt for Drinking Water Softening

The City of Carmel in Hamilton County, Indiana is seeking sealed bids for a rock salt procurement contract for drinking water softening during the 2026 calendar year. The procurement opportunity involves acquiring approximately 12,000 tons of Coarse Southern United States Rock Salt, which must strictly meet American Water Works Association (AWWA) specification B200-22 and be NSF60 compliant. The rock salt is required to be clean and free of dirt and debris, with specific technical requirements for water treatment applications. Bids will be accepted electronically through the City's e-Procurement Portal until 9:00 am on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for Friday, July 25, 2025, at 9:00 am via Microsoft Teams. Bidders must submit a bid bond or certified check for 10% of the bid amount and will be subject to a 100% performance and payment bond requirement. The evaluation will focus on identifying the lowest, most responsive, and most responsible bidder, with the city reserving the right to reject any or all bids.

The procurement does not indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must provide comprehensive documentation including manufacturers' lists, subcontractor lists, financial statements, and insurance certificates. The contract requires strict compliance with e-verify regulations and includes submission of a non-collusion affidavit. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the contract will be funded directly by the City of Carmel and will cover the entire 2026 calendar year. Transportation for the rock salt will be handled through Jeff McClure Trucking LLC, located in Cedar Grove, Indiana, using a Semi End Dump Trailer with a slide gate and grain chute. Pricing must remain firm for the entire contract period, and bidders must adhere to local and federal regulations regarding labor, safety, and material specifications. The contract includes provisions for potential modifications through field orders, work directives, and change requests, providing flexibility in contract management.