Transportation staff declares emergency procurement for road salt as bids fall short
Staff reported the county and many local agencies did not receive state procurement bids for road salt; citing a shortage and rising prices, the committee approved a resolution declaring an emergency procurement to secure supplies for winter operations.
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Transportation staff told the committee that the county and many other local agencies did not receive bids on the state procurement for road salt and that vendors reported a shortage. "This year... we did not get bids on any of our 4 locations and nor did another 166 agencies on the state bid," Jeff said, adding that some vendors have provided quotes but prices are rising. Staff recommended declaring an emergency so the county can pursue emergency procurement and secure suppliers if the state procurement (CMS) does not yield contracts.
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