RFB-605-2700000175-2 | District 1 Road Salt for One-Time Fill

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet Division of Purchases is soliciting bids for a one-time purchase of 8,000 tons of Sodium Chloride Type 1, Grade 1 road salt for District 1. The contract requires the material to be free-flowing, treated with an anti-caking agent, and maintain a moisture content not exceeding 2.0 percent, with strict price reductions or rejection for higher moisture levels. Deliveries must be made in bulk by truck to the Marshall County Regional Salt Facility in Calvert City, Kentucky, with 100 percent of the quantity delivered by December 31, 2026. Bidders may provide pricing for both delivered and picked-up options, though the agency will make a single award based on the best evaluated price. The award will be determined using a Best Value Ranking Approach, with price accounting for 100 percent of the score. The lowest bidder receives the maximum points, though preferences may be given to Kentucky resident bidders or qualified bidders. All responses must be submitted electronically via the eProcurement system by November 3, 2026. Awarded vendors must provide a Certificate of Insurance meeting specific liability limits and maintain active good standing within the Commonwealth. Payment will be issued within 30 working days following the receipt of a compliant invoice and acceptance of the goods.