Specifications include, but are not limited to: Jefferson County will purchase up to 10,000 tons of bulk salt to be delivered to Highway Maintenance garages located in Jefferson County. A portion of this salt will be used for making a salt brine solution for use during snow emergencies. All material provided shall meet the requirements of ASTM D 632-99 Type 1 Grade 1 for highway salt intended for highway deicing. All salt shall be uncontaminated, clear of lumps, in a free flowing and usable condition. The salt shall be naturally drained of water with a moisture content of no more than 4%. Salt shall be treated with an anti-caking agent. Additionally, the salt to be provided for making of a salt brine solution should be clear of calcium carbonate (lime) or sand. The County will sample and test the salt at delivery. Material not in conformance with the specification will be subject to rejection or adjustment in price.
