Furnish Instant Ocean Sea Salt - REBID

Onondaga County's Division of Purchase has issued a Request for Bid (RFB) for Instant Ocean Sea Salt, specifically for the Rosamond Gifford Zoo Aquariums. The procurement seeks approximately 800 boxes of specialized sea salt annually, to be delivered in two shipments of 400 boxes each. The bid requires sea salt with a specific gravity range of 1.020 - 1.027 at 77F, formulated to create 5 gallons of saltwater at a specific gravity of 1.022, with each box capable of producing 200 gallons of saltwater. The recommended manufacturer is Instant Ocean Sea Salt SS1-200, 25.4 kg/box, or an equivalent product that is free of nitrate and phosphate and specifically designed for zoo aquariums. The bid was released on 07/01/2025, with a submission deadline of 07/15/2025 at 2:00 PM, and the contract is set to commence on July 22, 2025, with the potential for two additional one-year renewal periods upon mutual written consent.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The bid includes standard terms and conditions, with required certifications such as non-collusion, conflict of interest, and Iranian divestment certifications. No minimum order, freight, fuel, or handling charges will apply to purchase orders issued under this contract. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the annual requirement of 800 boxes suggests a moderate-value procurement. The bid documents indicate a straightforward procurement process with technical specifications that aim to ensure the quality and suitability of the sea salt for zoo aquarium use, with a focus on precise water salinity and environmental considerations.