Opportunity
Prince Edward Island #PEIG-TIE-990500
Transportation of Bulk Highway Salt for Kings County, PEI (2026-27 Season)
Posted
July 30, 2026
Respond By
August 19, 2026
Identifier
PEIG-TIE-990500
NAICS
484230
This opportunity involves the Province of Prince Edward Island's Department of Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy seeking transportation services for bulk highway salt for the 2026-27 season. - Government Buyer: - Province of Prince Edward Island, Department of Transportation, Infrastructure and Energy, Highway Maintenance Division - Office of Honourable Ernie Hudson - OEM: - Windsor Salt Ltd. (manufacturer of the bulk highway salt) - Products/Services Requested: - Transportation of approximately 6,000 tonnes (+/- 25%) of bulk highway salt - Salt sourced from Windsor Salt Ltd.'s Pugwash Mine in Nova Scotia - Delivery to designated storage sites in Kings County, Prince Edward Island - Salt must have a maximum moisture content of 1.50% - Salt must be transported under waterproof tarps - Minimum daily supply of 150 tonnes when required - Tractor Belly Dumps are prohibited for use - Notable Requirements: - Contractor must provide all labor, equipment, and services for delivery - Delivery schedules and acceptance hours specified (weekdays only until mid-November, then 7 days a week) - Fuel price adjustment mechanism included - Insurance and performance security required - Contract duration is approximately 5 months, covering the 2026-27 winter season
Description
This solicitation is for the transportation of approximately 6,000 tonnes (+/- 25%) of bulk highway salt from the Pugwash Mine in Nova Scotia to designated points in Kings County, Prince Edward Island. The contract duration is 5 months, covering the 2026-27 season. The contractor must provide all labor, equipment, and services necessary for the delivery, ensuring the salt meets specified moisture content and is transported under covered conditions. The contract includes specific requirements for delivery schedules, fuel price adjustments, insurance, and performance security.