BID 2027-001: SAND

The Town of Bethel is soliciting bids for the supply and delivery of dry screened sand to be used for road de-icing, with an estimated quantity of 4,000 to 6,000 cubic yards. The contract period extends through April 15, 2027. Bidders must provide pricing per ton using the required Schedule A proposal form and ensure the material meets specific state standards, including a gradation of 100 percent for 3/8 inch and 40 to 90 percent for No. 8. The sand must consist of hard, strong, sharp durable grains and be free of clay, silt, shale, lumps, or flaky particles; limestone products and frozen materials are strictly prohibited. Award evaluation may include a sample inspection or a site visit to the bidder's storage yard by the Highway Superintendent. Successful contractors must provide weight tickets from a third party certified scale for every load and are responsible for replacing any non-compliant material at their own expense. The contract requires comprehensive insurance coverage, including worker's compensation, automobile, commercial liability, and umbrella coverage, with the Town of Bethel named as an additional insured. Payments are processed within 30 days of invoice submission, provided all documentation and any necessary secondary supplier lien waivers are received. The agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Connecticut.