Bulk Rock Salt - IFB-26-3004-9JLW

The County of Henrico, Virginia Department of Public Works is requesting bids for bulk rock salt delivery under IFB-26-3004-9JLW, with bids due October 2, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. through the Commonwealth of Virginia's eVA platform and public bid opening via Microsoft Teams. Awards will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

Rock salt must be fresh stock treated with anticaking agents, meeting a minimum sodium chloride content of 97% with specified particle size requirements. Deliveries are required to three Department of Public Works storage facilities: East End Salt Dome (442 Dabbs House Road), West End Salt Dome (10431 Wood Man Road), and Park and Ride Lot (2900 Gaskins Road), with estimated annual quantities of 2,000 tons, 3,000 tons, and 3,000 tons respectively. A minimum total delivery requirement of 400 tons applies during the contract period. Delivery must occur within 48 hours of order placement for all orders, with completion of orders up to 1,000 tons within five business days and orders exceeding 1,000 tons within ten business days.

The County anticipates spending approximately $772,813 annually based on fiscal year 2025-2026 expenditures, though actual purchase volumes are not guaranteed. All bid prices must be quoted F.O.B. delivered with freight included. The contract period extends from award through September 30, 2027, with potential renewal for four additional one-year periods at prices not exceeding 3% annual increases. Bidders must maintain appropriate insurance, comply with federal, state, and local regulations including OSHA standards, and provide Safety Data Sheets for hazardous materials. Bids containing minimum charge stipulations will not be accepted, and all line items on the bid form must be completed.