Bi-State Regional Commission - 2026 Ice Melt Reissue Sealed Bid - 2026
Bi-state Regional CommissionMPO · Rock Island, IL- Due
- Sep 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 15, 2026
- Duration
- 6 months
- Primary contact
- Justine VanBlair
- (309) 793-6300 ext 1133
The 30-second brief
Bi-State Joint Purchasing Council is issuing a sealed bid for ice melt and sidewalk deicer products including sodium chloride, calcium chloride with an accelerator, and Sno-Plow ice melt containing magnesium chloride. The procurement covers specified quantities in 50 lb bags, pallets, and 1,100 lb totes for delivery to multiple participating municipal and county locations across Iowa and Illinois. Bids shall be evaluated on the basis of cost and specification compliance, with contract pricing firm until April 1, 2027. Bids are due by September 29, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. CDT, with a questions deadline of September 22, 2026.
Sodium Chloride/Calcium Chloride with an accelerator, Melts to -15° F, 50 lb bag; Sodium Chloride/Calcium Chloride with an accelerator, Melts to -15° F, 1, 100 lb Tote; Sno-Plow Ice Melt - Magnesium Chloride 7786-30-3, Sodium Chloride 7647-14-5, Colorant Blend Proprietary, Melts to -27°F, Green Granule, 50 lb bag
Cost, specification compliance
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Summary
Bi-State Joint Purchasing Council is issuing a sealed bid for ice melt and sidewalk deicer products including sodium chloride, calcium chloride with an accelerator, and Sno-Plow ice melt containing magnesium chloride.
The procurement covers specified quantities in 50 lb bags, pallets, and 1,100 lb totes for delivery to multiple participating municipal and county locations across Iowa and Illinois. Bids shall be evaluated on the basis of cost and specification compliance, with contract pricing firm until April 1, 2027. Bids are due by September 29, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. CDT, with a questions deadline of September 22, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost, specification compliance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Sodium Chloride/Calcium Chloride with an accelerator, Melts to -15° F, 50 lb bag
- Sodium Chloride/Calcium Chloride with an accelerator, Melts to -15° F, 1, 100 lb Tote
- Sno-Plow Ice Melt - Magnesium Chloride 7786-30-3, Sodium Chloride 7647-14-5, Colorant Blend Proprietary, Melts to -27°F, Green Granule, 50 lb bag
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Complete product specifications and product data, Product Safety Data Sheet, Information and Test Data relative to length of time that product can be safely stored, Vendor Information Form
- Submit to
- https://bistate.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=104&SourceType=2
- Scope location
- Rock Island, IL
- Reported agency
- Bi-State Regional Commission
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Bi-state Regional Commission?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 29, 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://bistate.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=104&SourceType=2. For questions, contact Justine VanBlair.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Bi-state Regional Commission in IL, 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.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Justine VanBlair at (309) 793-6300 ext 1133. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sodium Chloride/Calcium Chloride with an accelerator, Melts to -15° F, 50 lb bag; Sodium Chloride/Calcium Chloride with an accelerator, Melts to -15° F, 1, 100 lb Tote; Sno-Plow Ice Melt - Magnesium Chloride 7786-30-3, Sodium Chloride 7647-14-5, Colorant Blend Proprietary, Melts to -27°F, Green Gran. 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: "Cost, specification compliance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Bi-state Regional Commission?
All active and historical solicitations from Bi-state Regional Commission are tracked and searchable. As a mpo agency, Bi-state Regional Commission regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 6 months. 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: Complete product specifications and product data, Product Safety Data Sheet, Information and Test Data relative to length of time that product can be safely stored, Vendor Information Form. Review the full document from Bi-state Regional Commission for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Rock Island, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.