Bagged De-Icing Materials (50 lb. bags)-Supplement

Solicitation 6100066641 is a supplemental invitation for bid issued by the Pennsylvania Department of General Services to procure 50 lb. bags of calcium chloride in pellet or flake form. This material serves as a de-icing agent for various Commonwealth agencies and COSTARS members to manage snow and ice during winter events. The contract is structured by line item according to PennDOT Districts 4, 5, 6, and 8, with awards granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Deliveries must be made as full truckloads, typically consisting of 840 to 896 bags, delivered F.O.B. Destination to any agency location within the awarded district. Technical requirements mandate that the calcium chloride conform to AASHTO M 144-14 and ASTM D98 standards, with specific packaging requirements including single or multi-wall bags with minimum 2000-PSI tensile and seam strength. Pallets are limited to 3,000 lbs., must be shrink-wrapped at least three times, and require heavy cardboard protection on all six sides to prevent punctures. Bidders must provide a notarized manufacturer's certificate of compliance and may be subject to laboratory testing. Administrative requirements include the submission of several certifications, such as the Iran Free Procurement Certification for contracts over 1 million dollars, Lobbying Certification, and the Worker Protection and Investment Certification. Vendors may elect to participate in the COSTARS program by paying applicable annual administrative fees. Payment is handled through direct billing to agencies or via the Commonwealth's E-Invoicing program and purchasing cards for amounts under 10,000 dollars. Price adjustments may be applied based on the BLS Producer Price Index for Truck Transportation.