RFB-2915 airport grade deicing sand for elmira corning regional airport

Chemung County is requesting sealed bids for airport-grade deicing sand for the Elmira Corning Regional Airport under RFB-2915, with bids due September 10, 2026 at 1:45 p.m. and public opening at 2:00 p.m. the same day.

The County estimates annual purchases of approximately 300 tons of airport-grade deicing sand, typically sourced in the fall for winter operations. The material must meet Advisory Circular 150/5200-30D, the Federal Aviation Administration specification that governs deicing sand quality for airport use. Chemung County reserves the right to place additional orders during the contract term based on operational needs; the 300-ton estimate is provided for bidding purposes only and does not represent a minimum or maximum commitment. Bidders must quote a firm price per unit applicable to all quantities ordered, regardless of actual volume.

Bids may be submitted electronically through the Empire State Bid System at www.bidnetdirect.com/new-york or in hard copy (in duplicate) to the Chemung County-City of Elmira Purchasing Department, Third Floor, Room 308, 150 Lake Street, Elmira, New York 14901. Bid documents are available beginning August 26, 2026 through www.empirestatebidsystem.com. Vendors must register with the Empire State Purchasing Group to obtain official documents and receive any addenda. Bidders may not withdraw their bid within forty-five days after the bid opening date. The County reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any informality. A virtual Teams meeting link for bid opening will be available on the Purchasing Department website.