Opportunity
Indianapolis Airport Authority PlanetBids #144105
Indianapolis Airport Authority Solicits Treated Road Salt for Runway and Taxiway Deicing
Posted
July 17, 2026
Respond By
July 31, 2026
Identifier
144105
NAICS
424690
The Indianapolis Airport Authority (IAA) is seeking bids for treated road salt to be used for deicing and anti-icing runways and taxiways at Indianapolis International Airport. - Government Buyer: - Indianapolis Airport Authority (IAA), Procurement Office - Products/Services Requested: - Treated Road Salt Type 1: Granular sodium chloride treated with at least 25% magnesium chloride (w/v), with corrosion inhibitors, for deicing and anti-icing - Treated Road Salt Type 2: Granular sodium chloride treated with 13-24% magnesium chloride (w/v) plus a minimum of 12% organic-based performance enhancer, with corrosion inhibitors - Both types must meet strict environmental standards, including limits on contaminants and biological oxygen demand (BOD5) - All pricing must include delivery to IAA locations (FOB destination) - Contract Details: - Initial term of three years, with an option to extend for two additional years - Pricing to be held firm or adjusted based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on local business participation: 28% total (15% MBE, 10% WBE, 3% VBE) - Compliance with IAA environmental, legal, and nondiscrimination requirements - Delivery timelines to be specified after purchase order receipt - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or brands are mandated; open to all qualified suppliers of treated road salt meeting the specifications
Description
The Indianapolis Airport Authority (IAA) is soliciting bids for treated road salt used for deicing and anti-icing chemicals on runways and taxiways. The procurement aims to establish a firm cost agreement for three years with an option to extend for two additional years, with cost adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The solicitation encourages open and fair competition and reserves the right to award the contract to one or multiple respondents. Bids must be submitted electronically via the PlanetBids system by July 31, 2026.