Runway Traction Sand

The Maryland Aviation Administration is requesting sealed bids for runway traction sand to supply BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport, with bids due November 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM EST (Addendum 1 extended the original November 20 deadline) and public bid opening on December 10, 2025 at 2:30 PM EST via Microsoft Teams. The procurement carries small-business and veteran-owned small-business price preferences of up to 5 percent and up to 7 percent respectively, and up to 8 percent for disabled veteran-owned small businesses, over the lowest responsive non-small-business bid.

The scope requires washed sharp sand meeting FAA specification 150/5200-30D with USA Sieve Series gradation requirements, supplied on an as-needed basis for runway skid control. The procurement utilizes a multi-step sealed-bid process: bidders must submit a technical section including a minimum 20-pound sand sample and a financial section with completed bid worksheets and required affidavits. All prices must be quoted fully loaded, FOB destination, including shipping, handling, and administrative charges, with delivery required within 48 hours of order receipt between 7:00 AM and 3:30 PM. Vendors must meet a minimum order quantity and maintain registration in good standing with the Maryland Department of Assessments and Taxation.

The contract term is one year from notice to proceed, not to exceed $100,000 over the life of the contract. Historical usage data shows approximately 150 tons consumed during the 2024-2025 snow season. The estimated procurement is 1,200 metric tons on a per-metric-ton unit-price basis, though quantities are for bidding purposes only and actual usage is not guaranteed. MAA reserves the right to unilaterally extend the contract expiration date for at least one-third of the original duration if funds remain unspent. Written questions are due Monday, November 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM EST. Bidders must acknowledge receipt of Addendum 1 or risk non-responsive rejection. Contact Jimmie Michael, Purchasing & Materials Management Section, at 410-859-7339 or amichael1@bwiairport.com.