Sodim Chloride (Bulk Road Salt)

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, specifically through the Department of General Services and PennDOT, is conducting an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for Sodium Chloride (Bulk Road Salt) for the 2018-2019 winter season. The procurement covers multiple counties including Beaver, Cambria, Carbon, Luzerne, Northumberland, Perry, and Snyder, with an estimated total procurement of 191,848 tons of road salt. The contract term runs from August 1, 2018 to July 31, 2019, with options to renew for two additional one-year terms. Bidders must own or provide a manufacturer's guarantee from an approved source listed in PennDOT Publication 35, Bulletin 15, and meet specific technical specifications including moisture content not exceeding 2.0% and uniform treatment with anti-caking compounds. Bids will be awarded by county to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on delivered price per ton, with electronic submissions required through the PA Supplier Portal by the due date of June 6, 2018 at 3:30 PM.

The solicitation includes provisions for COSTARS (Cooperative Strategic Technology and Procurement Solutions) program participation, allowing local public procurement units and state-affiliated entities to utilize the contract. Small businesses and small diverse businesses may qualify for reduced administrative fees, with fees ranging from $166 to $1,500 depending on certification status. Vendors must complete additional compliance forms, including an Iran Free Procurement Certification for contracts valued at $1,000,000 or more, a Lobbying Certification, and a Reciprocal Limitations Act form. The contract includes provisions for tracking and reporting, with suppliers required to provide quarterly sales reports and maintain specific delivery and stockpile pickup requirements. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the total estimated procurement across participating agencies is 191,848 tons, with Beaver County requiring 15,898 tons, representing a significant volume of road salt procurement for winter maintenance operations.