Tenders/Delivery of Bulk Sodium Chloride (Road Salt) for the Kakabeka Highway Maintenance Contract, West of Thunder Bay

Delivery of Bulk Sodium Chloride (Road Salt) for the Kakabeka Highway Maintenance Contract, West of Thunder Bay

Government of Ontario

Published: Oct 15, 2026

Updated: Oct 15, 2026

About This Opportunity

This is a supplies contract in the transport and logistics and construction and civil works sectors, with a focus on Roads and Road Transport. Located in Canada, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums.

Published through Ontario Tenders Portal, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for the supply of goods in the transport and logistics sector. Supply contracts typically require bidders to demonstrate product compliance with technical specifications, delivery capacity, and relevant certifications. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

This tender concerns the supply of bulk sodium chloride, commonly known as road salt, for the Kakabeka Highway Maintenance Contract, located west of Thunder Bay, Canada. The contracting authority is seeking a reliable supplier to ensure adequate winter road maintenance operations. The procurement aims to secure a consistent and timely delivery of high-quality road salt to meet the demands of the specified contract area. Typical requirements for such tenders include adherence to strict quality specifications for the salt (e.g., purity, particle size, anti-caking agents), robust logistical capabilities for large-volume delivery, and the capacity to meet delivery schedules throughout the winter season. Bidders will likely need to demonstrate their ability to store and transport the salt safely and efficiently, as well as provide proof of compliance with environmental and safety regulations. The contract will involve managing inventory, responding to fluctuating demand based on weather conditions, and potentially providing regular reporting on deliveries. The objective is to ensure the safety and accessibility of provincial highways during winter months through the effective application of de-icing materials. Detailed specifications, delivery points, and evaluation criteria will be outlined in the tender documents.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Ontario Tenders Portal and was originally published on October 15, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About Government of Ontario

Government of Ontario has issued 420 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 52 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Information & Communication Technology, and Construction & Civil Works. All notices are published for Canada. Notices are distributed via Ontario Tenders Portal. Most recent publication: October 15, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by Government of Ontario in Canada. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Supplies contract in the Transport & Logistics sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in Canada. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit Ontario Tenders Portal to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.