Ice Melt

The Kenton County Airport Board is requesting bids for ice melt products for use at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) under ITB 26-051, with proposals due November 5, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time. A Kentucky resident bidder preference applies under state law, a key evaluation factor.

The scope is a granular 5-way ice melt blend containing CMA magnesium and calcium chloride formulated to melt snow and ice down to −20°F, with estimated annual usage of approximately 66,000 pounds. The contractor must furnish labor, materials, equipment, personnel, supervision, tools, and all other necessary items to deliver the product to the airport. Pricing proposals and vendor questionnaires are required; bidders must submit all documentation through KCAB's OpenGov e-procurement portal.

The contract term is November 23, 2026 through November 22, 2028, with KCAB retaining sole discretion to renew for three additional one-year periods. Payment is based on delivery rates specified in the bidder's proposal, invoiced monthly with KCAB paying approved invoices within 30 days of receipt. The base price is subject to annual adjustment commencing the first day of each contract year after the initial year, adjusted by the Consumer Price Index for the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky metropolitan area as published by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics, provided the adjustment does not exceed 3 percent of the current annual contract price. KCAB reserves the right to order more or less ice melt as operational needs change.

The contractor must maintain comprehensive insurance including commercial general liability of not less than $2,000,000 per occurrence, and $10,000,000 per occurrence if performing work on aircraft ramps, taxiways, or runways; automobile liability; workers' compensation; and employer's liability coverage. Questions are due October 22, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.; answers will be posted by October 29, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Contractor selection is anticipated for November 12, 2026. KCAB reserves the right to reject any or all proposals and will not accept late submissions.