Furnish and Deliver Salt for The Turtle Back Zoo

This contract awards Plastic Express, Inc. the supply and delivery of mineral rock salt to The Turtle Back Zoo, a facility operated by the Essex County Department of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Affairs. The procurement spans a 24‑month performance period, beginning 19 Mar 2025 and ending 18 Mar 2027, with a total award amount of $634,370. The agency conducted an open competition, with the bid deadline on 4 Mar 2025, and selected a single vendor to fulfill the recurring salt requirements for animal care and facility maintenance. • Scope: Provide mineral rock salt in quantities sufficient for the zoo’s operational needs over two years. • Delivery: Ongoing deliveries as needed throughout the performance period, adhering to the agency’s specifications for quality and timeliness. • Funding: Fixed‑price award covering all material, handling, and transportation costs; no cost‑reimbursement provisions indicated.