Sodium Chloride (Road Salt) Supply

The contract is for the supply of 25,000 bags of sodium chloride, commonly known as road salt, to be delivered to a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier. The material must meet either military or commercial specifications to ensure suitability for its intended use in harsh maritime and operational environments. This transaction is structured as a subcontract under the Defense Logistics Agency, a component of the Department of Defense, and is classified under the NAICS code 325199, which corresponds to other chemical product and preparation manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on July 15, 2026, indicating the anticipated timeline for award and delivery. Although specific delivery location details are not provided, the place of performance is tied to the Navy aircraft carrier’s operational needs, suggesting the salt is intended for deicing or other logistical applications aboard the vessel. The contract is not subject to any set-aside provisions, meaning it is open to any qualified supplier regardless of business size or category. All logistics and compliance requirements are governed under the broader framework of DLA contracts and military procurement standards.