Calcium Chloride Pellets for Milwaukee County Highway Maintenance

Milwaukee County is seeking to procure calcium chloride pellets for highway maintenance through an Invitation to Bid (ITB-2025-Calcium Chloride Pellets) issued by the Milwaukee County Highway Maintenance Department, located at 10190 Watertown Plank Road in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. The procurement focuses on acquiring calcium chloride pellets used for road dust control and winter road maintenance operations. The bid opportunity was posted on October 8, 2025, with proposals due by October 22, 2025. Potential vendors must carefully review the bid worksheet, which includes detailed specifications for product quantities, unit pricing, and vendor qualification criteria. The solicitation requires comprehensive documentation, including evidence of insurance coverage, compliance with county terms and conditions, adherence to ethical standards, and following applicable laws and CDC guidance.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises based on the available documents. Vendors must provide $1,000,000 per occurrence in Commercial General Liability Insurance and comply with Milwaukee County's non-discrimination policies. While specific budget ranges are not disclosed, the "Calcium Chloride Pellet Average Annual Usage" document suggests the county has established historical usage patterns that will inform the procurement process. The terms and conditions indicate payment will be net 30 calendar days from receipt of a correct invoice, with the county exempt from sales and use taxes. The contract will be governed by Wisconsin state law, with exclusive jurisdiction in Milwaukee County courts, emphasizing the local nature of this procurement opportunity.