Sand and Transfer Trucking

Butte County (CA) is issuing an Invitation for Bids (IFB) to secure a five‑year emergency sand‑and‑transfer trucking service. The contractor must be able to respond within two hours of a call, deliver up to 40 truckloads (≈24 tons each) within the first 48 hours, and provide trucking from both valley and mountain regions of the county during declared emergencies or disasters. Pricing is firm for the first three years with a permitted escalation of up to 5 % per year thereafter. Bids must include driver rates, fuel, taxes, and a maximum dollar cap per load (e.g., $25 per delivery). No minimum or maximum quantity is guaranteed; work volume depends on the frequency and severity of emergencies. The contract will be awarded to the lowest‑priced, qualified supplier(s) and may be split among multiple vendors. Payments are made within 30‑45 days of invoice. • 5‑year term, emergency‑only deliveries • Must meet 2‑hour response time and 48‑hour initial delivery capacity • Pricing includes driver, fuel, taxes; max $25 per load cap • Firm price first 3 years, ≤5 % annual escalation allowed • No guaranteed volume; work driven by disaster events