6810--Bulk Road Salt for VA Medical Center Central Western MA
VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF.241-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 01 (36C241) · Response deadline: Thu, 05 Nov 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of Veterans Affairs is procuring bulk road salt for the VA Medical Center in Central Western Massachusetts. This is a commodity purchase falling under Federal Supply Classification code 6810, which covers chemicals and chemical products including road salt and de-icing compounds. The salt will be delivered to the VA facility in Leeds, Massachusetts, a town in the central-western part of the state where the VA maintains medical center operations.
Based on the NAICS code 325998, this classification covers "all other miscellaneous chemical product and preparation manufacturing," which includes the production and supply of chemical products not elsewhere classified—such as bulk salt used for de-icing and road maintenance purposes. For a medical center, road salt is critical for maintaining safe access roads, parking areas, and walkways during winter weather conditions in New England's harsh climate.
Key facts
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contract Office 01 |
| Notice type | Combined Synopsis/Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | 36C24127Q0028 |
| NAICS | 325998 |
| Set-aside | Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) |
| Response deadline | November 5, 2026, 4:00 PM ET |
| Place of performance | Leeds, MA |
Who can bid
This opportunity is set aside exclusively for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) under FAR 19.14. To compete, your business must:
- Be at least 51% unconditionally owned and controlled by one or more service-disabled veterans
- Have one or more service-disabled veterans manage day-to-day operations and make long-term decisions
- Qualify as small under the NAICS 325998 size standard (see the solicitation for the specific dollar threshold)
- Be certified in the Small Business Administration's VetCert program or have a valid SDVOSB self-certification in SAM.gov
Non-SDVOSB firms, including other small businesses and large contractors, are not eligible to submit offers. Joint ventures are permitted under SDVOSB rules if they meet specific regulatory requirements and include an SDVOSB partner.
How to put together a competitive bid
For bulk road salt procurement, focus on these practical elements:
Product specifications: Verify whether the VA requires rock salt (sodium chloride), treated salt, or a blend with magnesium/calcium chloride for lower-temperature performance. Confirm particle size, purity levels, and any anti-caking additive requirements—see the solicitation.
Delivery logistics: Plan for repeat or on-call deliveries throughout the winter season to a single-site medical campus. The VA likely needs responsive supply given unpredictable New England weather. Evaluate your storage, trucking capacity, and ability to surge during storm events. Distance from your supply source to Leeds will affect both cost and reliability.
Past performance: Document experience supplying bulk de-icing materials to institutional, government, or commercial customers in cold climates, especially in New England where road salt demand spikes during winter storms.
Pricing structure: Determine whether pricing should be per ton, per delivery, or seasonal cap. Bulk salt contracts often include escalation clauses or require firm fixed pricing—see the solicitation for structure.
Veteran involvement: Ensure your offer highlights the service-disabled veteran's active role in operations, as SDVOSB eligibility may be closely scrutinized.
Next steps
- Read the full solicitation at SAM.gov using solicitation number 36C24127Q0028
- Review all product specifications, delivery requirements, and evaluation criteria in the attached documents
- Verify your SDVOSB certification status in the SBA VetCert system before preparing your offer
- Submit your bid no later than November 5, 2026, at 4:00 PM Eastern Time
View the official notice on SAM.gov →