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Saltville staff report single bid for winter salt at $145/ton and $121,074 estimate for 2025 paving package
Summary
Public Works Director Brandon Frye reported Mid‑Atlantic Salt was the lone bidder and quoted $145 per ton delivered for 200 tons; Frye also said W&L provided paving estimates for candidate streets totaling about $121,074 and paving is targeted before November if scheduled now.
Public Works Director Brandon Frye briefed the council July 8 on winter‑materials procurement and planned paving for 2025.
Frye said he solicited quotes from several suppliers for road salt; Mid‑Atlantic Salt LLC was the only vendor to submit a bid, offering Baltimore‑grade ice control salt delivered to Saltville at $145 per ton for an estimated 200‑ton seasonal purchase. The vendor’s written quote notes delivery is included, net‑30 terms with prior credit approval, and an expiration date on the quotation.
Frye also reviewed a paving proposal prepared with W&L Paving and Construction. He said three priority roads on the list have a combined estimate of about $121,073.98 and, if the town can secure scheduling now, the work could be completed before November. A detailed route list and items with individual estimates were provided to the council as part of the meeting materials.
Why it matters: Salt pricing and timely paving contracts affect winter preparedness and pavement condition; a single salt quote may limit procurement options and could affect budgeting and scheduling.
What’s next: Frye will continue procurement outreach and pursue scheduling with the paving contractor; council did not vote on the salt purchase at the July 8 meeting but received the procurement information.
