Chemicals for Snow and Ice Control

The University of Connecticut has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for Chemicals for Snow and Ice Control, seeking vendors to supply and deliver rock salt in bulk by the ton and ice melt products in 50-pound bags to its Storrs and Regional campuses. The solicitation, identified by number KS020325, is open to all vendors and will run from March 14, 2025, at 8:00 AM EDT to April 15, 2025, at 2:00 PM EDT. A vendor Q&A period is scheduled from March 14, 2025, at 8:15 AM EDT to April 8, 2025, at 2:00 PM EDT, during which potential bidders can seek clarification. The procurement requires delivery terms of Free On Board Destination and includes payment terms of Net 45 Days. The primary contact for this solicitation is Kathleen Susca, reachable at 860-486-4649 or kathleen.susca@uconn.edu, who will oversee the bidding process for these winter maintenance chemicals.

While the solicitation documents do not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types, the bid appears to be open to all qualified vendors capable of meeting the delivery and product specifications. The procurement covers Tolland County and is specifically focused on the University of Connecticut's campuses, suggesting a localized procurement strategy. No incumbent vendors or existing contract details are provided in the available documentation. The solicitation does not specify a precise budget range or award value, but it represents a targeted procurement for essential winter maintenance supplies. Interested vendors will need to carefully review the full solicitation document to understand the complete requirements and ensure their ability to meet the university's specifications for rock salt and ice melt product delivery.