Notice to Bidders 2025-2026 Bulk Road Salt Purchase

The City of Manhattan, Kansas, is inviting sealed bids for the 2025-2026 Bulk Salt Purchase (Project No. SP2504), with bids due by 3:00 p.m. on October 14, 2025. Bidders must submit their proposals to the City Clerk's office at 1101 Poyntz Avenue, and late submissions will be rejected. The project involves providing all labor and materials necessary for the procurement of bulk road salt in accordance with the provided drawings and specifications, which can be downloaded from Drexel Technologies' website or inspected at the city's Public Works Department. The contract size ranges from $500,000 to $1,500,000, and the solicitation is open to qualified bidders, with the process overseen by the City of Manhattan's Public Works Department. All contractors awarded the contract will be required to adhere to applicable non-discrimination, equal employment opportunity, and affirmative action laws at the city, state, and federal levels. Questions regarding the bid process can be directed to Dan Tyson, the Street & Fleet Superintendent, via email or phone. Additional details and bid documents are accessible online through the city's official bidding portal. This procurement aims to ensure the city secures a reliable supply of road salt for winter maintenance, emphasizing compliance with all relevant legal and procedural requirements.