Bid guide
How to bid on Liquid De-Icer and Calcium Chloride Flake for Shrewsbury, MA
What the Town of Shrewsbury is buying
The Town of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, is seeking bids for the purchase of liquid de-icer and calcium chloride flake. This is a joint procurement, with Shrewsbury acting as the lead jurisdiction for a total of 19 towns in Massachusetts.
This opportunity is for suppliers who can provide these materials for winter road maintenance. Participating towns include Blackstone, Boylston, Clinton, Douglas, Grafton, Lancaster, Lunenburg, Millville, Northborough, Northbridge, Princeton, Shrewsbury, Stow, Sturbridge, Sutton, Upton, Westborough, and West Boylston.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The solicitation was published on September 04, 2026. Bids are due by September 28, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. All bids must be received by this deadline.
Bids will be received in the Office of the Town Manager. Late submissions will not be considered.
Who this opportunity suits
This invitation for bids is suitable for businesses that supply bulk liquid de-icer and calcium chloride flake. Vendors should be capable of fulfilling orders for multiple municipalities.
The opportunity falls under the supplies category, specifically for winter road treatment materials. Firms with experience in municipal supply contracts for de-icing products are well-suited.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full bid documents, you can view the original source on COMMBUYS, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts procurement portal. No account is needed to view the bid or download documents.
To submit an electronic quote, you will need to register a free vendor account on COMMBUYS. Alternatively, follow the specific submission directions provided within the bid documents if electronic submission is not used.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review all specifications for both liquid de-icer and calcium chloride flake to ensure your product meets all requirements. Pay close attention to delivery terms and quantities, as this is a joint purchase for multiple towns.
Ensure your pricing is competitive and clearly presented. Double-check all submission instructions, especially regarding the format and method of delivery, whether electronic through COMMBUYS or physical submission to the Town Manager's Office, to avoid disqualification.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Town of Shrewsbury; the original posting controls.