Description
The U.S. Air Force is issuing an RFQ for the procurement and delivery of 1,000 tons of bulk road‑salt to support snow‑removal operations at Scott Air Force Base, Illinois. The requirement is a 100 % small‑business set‑aside and the award will be made once FY27 funds become available in early October 2026. Delivery must be completed by 23 October 2026 using tandem‑axle dump trucks due to overhead clearance restrictions at the storage facility. Bidders must provide standard commercial information (UEI, CAGE, business type, etc.) and certify compliance with applicable Air Force access and security requirements.
• 1,000 tons of coarse rock‑salt (NaCl) with anti‑caking additive, usable down to ‑15 °F/‑20 °F.
• Mandatory use of tandem‑axle dump trucks (24‑26 ft dump‑bed height, 18 ft lowered).
• Delivery deadline: no later than 23 October 2026; quote due 30 September 2026, 12 pm CST.
• 100 % small‑business set‑aside; only qualified U.S. small businesses may submit.
• Contractor must obtain REAL ID‑compliant base access badges and pre‑qualify driver names.