Delivery of Bulk Highway Salt

The City of Moncton and the City of Saint John are seeking qualified Canadian suppliers for solicitation TCS26-056 to transport bulk highway salt from the Nutrien Picadilly Mine in Sussex, New Brunswick, to designated storage facilities in Moncton and Saint John. The contract requires the contractor to provide all necessary labor and equipment, specifically hauling units with an approximate capacity of 30 metric tonnes per load and rear trailer gates. All loads must be covered with waterproof tarpaulins during transit and delivered directly into storage facilities between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Quantities are verified using City scales upon delivery, and the City of Moncton estimates a yearly volume of approximately 11,000 metric tonnes. The agreement features an initial 12-month term with options for two additional 12-month renewals. Bidders must demonstrate at least five years of relevant experience in bulk material transportation and provide a 3,000 dollar performance bond, along with commercial general liability and automobile liability insurance of 2 million dollars per claim. Pricing is submitted as a unit price per metric tonne FOB Destination. Payment terms are 30 days for the City of Moncton and 45 days for the City of Saint John. Tenders must be submitted electronically by October 22, 2026, and will be evaluated based on the best interests of the Cities, meaning the lowest price is not guaranteed for award.