Viking-Cives — Snow and ice equipment

Contract 062222-VCM is a cooperative purchasing agreement between Sourcewell and Cives Corporation for the procurement of snow and ice handling equipment, supplies, accessories, and related upfitting or modification services. Established through a competitive solutions-based solicitation process that concluded in June 2022, the contract allows participating government and educational entities to acquire necessary snow and ice control equipment under standardized terms. The agreement specifies a pricing structure that provides participating agencies with a 25 percent discount off the manufacturer's suggested retail price. The contract is managed by Sourcewell, a cooperative organization based in Minnesota, with Kevin Newson serving as the Western States Sales Manager for the awardee. The agreement remains effective through August 15, 2026, with the possibility of a one-year extension, potentially extending the response deadline to August 15, 2027. This procurement was ratified by the Sourcewell Board of Directors and follows a rigorous evaluation of vendors based on pricing, financial stability, national service capabilities, and conformance to terms.