Category 1 Snow and Ice Control Chemicals

The State of Idaho Division of Purchasing is conducting a procurement for Category 1 Snow and Ice Control Chemicals for multiple jurisdictions, specifically Idaho County, Latah County, and Nez Perce County. The solicitation seeks qualified vendors to provide snow and ice control chemical products to be delivered to various storage locations, with a potential contract term of five years. Vendors must submit electronic bids through the state's IPRO system by September 29, 2023, with the award being made to the vendor offering the lowest weighted best buy factor based on unit price, product concentration, and corrosion rate effectiveness. Bidders are required to provide a one-gallon product sample for testing within 14 days of award, and the Idaho Transportation Department may conduct random unannounced testing of delivered chemicals. The procurement requires vendors to demonstrate the ability to deliver products within three calendar days of order, provide weekly shipment reports, and maintain firm pricing for the first year with potential annual adjustments thereafter. Vendors must also meet specific technical requirements, including compliance with the Clear Roads Qualified Products List for corrosion rates and concentration.

There are no specific set-aside designations mentioned in the procurement documents for disadvantaged or minority-owned businesses. The solicitation appears to be open to all qualified vendors who can meet the technical and operational requirements. Vendors will be required to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, commercial automobile liability, and workers compensation, with the State of Idaho and related agencies named as additional insureds. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the documents indicate the potential for significant annual quantities, with storage capacities of up to 1,400 tons across multiple district locations. The contract includes provisions for pricing adjustments up to 20% above estimated annual quantities, suggesting flexibility in order volumes. Vendors must be prepared to provide detailed pricing structures, including the ability to offer percentage increases for orders exceeding initial estimated quantities. The procurement does not reference any incumbent vendors or specify existing infrastructure requirements for product integration.