Ice Melt

Parkway School District in Missouri is seeking qualified distributors to supply ice melt through a blanket purchase order agreement for the 2025/26 snow season. The procurement specifically requires pellet calcium chloride with a precise chemical composition: 94.0%-97.0% Calcium Chloride (CaCl2), 1.0%-2.5% Sodium Chloride, and 1.0%-2.5% Potassium Chloride, with 80% of particles sized between 1-6mm. Products must be packaged in fifty-pound moisture-proof bags and delivered to the Buildings and Grounds Department in Creve Coeur, Missouri, Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The bid opening is scheduled for December 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with all submissions required through the Parkway School District Bonfire Portal. Evaluation criteria will include the lowest or best bid, considering factors such as meeting specifications, vendor's supply capabilities, inventory commitment, prior district experience, and financial strength. Bidders must submit a completed pricing sheet, W-9, references, Affidavit of Non-Collusion, and documentation of Missouri business registration.

The procurement does not specify specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but it does include requirements for vendor qualifications. Bidders must comply with the Federal E-Verify Program and provide documentation of work authorization. The district encourages purchases of products manufactured in the United States and gives preference to Missouri-manufactured commodities and Missouri-based firms when quality, price, and delivery are comparable. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the district estimates spending approximately $10,000 during the snow season, though this is not a guaranteed purchase amount. The contract will be valid for twelve months, with the possibility of a one-month extension at the district's discretion. Vendors must be prepared to potentially serve multiple local school districts and accept various payment methods, including credit cards. The district reserves the right to award portions of the contract to different vendors or reject all bids if deemed necessary.