Arkansas Department of Transportation Liquid Magnesium Chloride Supply Contract H-27-221K
Department of Transportation | State of ArkansasState · Little Rock, AR- Due
- Oct 20, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
The 30-second brief
The Arkansas Department of Transportation is seeking bids for a supply contract to furnish Liquid Magnesium Chloride (without corrosion inhibited liquids) de-icer/anti-icer materials for snow and ice control across statewide district headquarters and area maintenance facilities in Arkansas. The scope requires meeting specific chemical composition standards including 25 to 30 percent magnesium chloride concentration, independent laboratory testing, material safety data sheets (MSDS), app-rate tables, and delivery capabilities with proper equipment and calibrated metered pumps for material transfer. The contract term begins from date of award through April 30, 2027. Bids are due by October 20, 2026, at 11:00 AM CDT. Requirements include a $500.00 bid bond and compliance with standard ARDOT bid conditions, cooperative purchasing provisions, and contractor disclosure certifications.
Liquid Magnesium Chloride per gallon liquid de-icer/anti-icer materials delivered to various ARDOT district headquarters and area maintenance facilities across Arkansas
Delivered Price divided by Concentration percentage (as a whole number)
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Summary
The Arkansas Department of Transportation is seeking bids for a supply contract to furnish Liquid Magnesium Chloride (without corrosion inhibited liquids) de-icer/anti-icer materials for snow and ice control across statewide district headquarters and area maintenance facilities in Arkansas.
The scope requires meeting specific chemical composition standards including 25 to 30 percent magnesium chloride concentration, independent laboratory testing, material safety data sheets (MSDS), app-rate tables, and delivery capabilities with proper equipment and calibrated metered pumps for material transfer. The contract term begins from date of award through April 30, 2027. Bids are due by October 20, 2026, at 11:00 AM CDT. Requirements include a $500.00 bid bond and compliance with standard ARDOT bid conditions, cooperative purchasing provisions, and contractor disclosure certifications.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Delivered Price divided by Concentration percentage (as a whole number)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Liquid Magnesium Chloride per gallon liquid de-icer/anti-icer materials delivered to various ARDOT district headquarters and area maintenance facilities across Arkansas
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Contract and Grant Disclosure and Certification Form
- Certificate For Boycott and Illegal Immigrant Restrictions
- Standard Bid Conditions
- Liquid Mag Specifications
- Bid Bond ($500.00)
- Submit to
- https://www.bidexpress.com/solicitations/49344
- Scope location
- Statewide, Arkansas
- Reported agency
- Arkansas Department of Transportation
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Department of Transportation | State of Arkansas?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 20, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.bidexpress.com/solicitations/49344.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Department of Transportation | State of Arkansas in AR, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Liquid Magnesium Chloride per gallon liquid de-icer/anti-icer materials delivered to various ARDOT district headquarters and area maintenance facilities across Arkansas. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Delivered Price divided by Concentration percentage (as a whole number)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Department of Transportation | State of Arkansas?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Contract and Grant Disclosure and Certification Form, Certificate For Boycott and Illegal Immigrant Restrictions, Standard Bid Conditions, Liquid Mag Specifications, Bid Bond ($500.00). Review the full document from Department of Transportation | State of Arkansas for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Statewide, Arkansas. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.