B26OP00290- INVITATION FOR BIDS (IFB- NON-NEGOTIABLE) SUPPLY AND DELIVER BULK ROCK SALT AS REQUIRED UNTIL MAY 31, 2027

The Chicago Transit Authority is soliciting non-negotiable bids under solicitation number B26OP00290 for the supply and delivery of bulk rock salt. This contract is intended to provide materials as required through May 31, 2027, with performance taking place in Illinois. Bids must be submitted via the agency's e-procurement platform by the deadline of September 14, 2026. Prospective bidders must adhere to strict submission protocols to avoid disqualification, including the provision of a completed Bidders List for both prime and subcontractors. Required documentation includes certifications regarding felony convictions and federal tax delinquent status, confirming no felony convictions within the past 24 months and no unpaid federal tax liabilities. The procurement process emphasizes compliance with standardized package instructions and requires detailed firm data, including DBE status and annual gross receipts, to be submitted with the bid.