Description
The City of Worcester is seeking a vendor to supply and deliver a calcium‑magnesium acetate (CMA) ice‑melt product for its municipal facilities, schools and parks over a one‑year period. The product must contain at least 0.5 % CMA, meet a detailed chemical and physical specification, be packaged in 50‑lb bags, and be delivered to numerous locations throughout the city within tight delivery windows. Bids are sealed, with the lowest responsible and responsive bidder to be awarded. The contract may be extended for up to two additional years at the City’s discretion.
• Required product: ice‑melt containing ≥ 0.5 % CMA, non‑corrosive, biodegradable, packaged in 50 lb bags.
• Total quantity: 4,608 bags (≈ 230 tons) with potential 25 % supplemental quantity.
• Delivery: within 48 hours of PO receipt and completed within 10 business days; 1 % daily penalty for late delivery.
• Vendor must provide MSDS, appropriate insurance, various certifications, and may be required to post bid security.
• Payment terms: 30‑day prompt‑pay discount, Net 45 days.