Ice Melt / WPS, DPF, & Parks

The City of Worcester, Massachusetts is procuring calcium‑magnesium acetate ice‑melt product for its public schools, municipal facilities, and parks. The requirement totals 4,288 fifty‑pound bags (approximately 214 tons) to be delivered in a tightly‑controlled schedule—initial delivery within 48 hours of a purchase order and complete fulfillment within ten business days. The solicitation was open competition, with no bid security required, and the award went to NextGen Supply Group based on the lowest unit price of $8.75 per bag, totaling $37,520. The contract mandates compliance with product specifications, insurance, MSDS submission, and strict delivery and penalty terms. • Scope: Supply and delivery of ice‑melt (calcium‑magnesium acetate) to schools, facilities, and parks. • Quantity: 4,288 × 50‑lb bags. • Award: NextGen Supply Group – $8.75 per bag, $37,520 total. • Delivery: Start within 48 hrs; complete within 10 business days; late‑delivery penalty 1 % per day. • Requirements: MSDS, insurance (CGL $1 M/$2 M, auto $1 M, workers’ comp), no felony/sex‑offense convictions.