179-20250325152503 Lawrence

Lawrence County, Mississippi, through its Board of Supervisors, is seeking sealed bids for the procurement of a new 2024 or newer 60K GVWR Tandem Truck with Dump Bed specifically for Supervisors' District No. Five. The procurement is scheduled to accept bids until 10:00 a.m. on Monday, April 7th, 2025, with proposals to be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked "New Dump Truck Bid". Bidders have multiple purchasing options, including cash payment or lease-purchase arrangements with flexible 48 or 60-month terms, which may include balloon note and straight lease/purchase configurations. Complete bid documentation and detailed equipment specifications are available at the Comptroller's office in Monticello, Mississippi. Vendors must ensure their submitted equipment meets or exceeds the county's specified requirements, and the Board reserves the right to utilize provisions from Section 31-7-13 of the 1972 Code of Mississippi during the equipment acquisition process.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The bid allows for broad participation from equipment vendors capable of meeting the technical specifications for the tandem truck. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the county has structured the procurement to provide flexibility in financing, with an interest rate not exceeding legal limits. The Board of Supervisors maintains significant discretion in the award process, potentially evaluating bids based on compliance with specifications, pricing, lease terms, and overall value to the county. Though a precise budget range is not specified, the procurement suggests a significant capital investment in road machinery and equipment for Supervisors' District No. Five, with potential total contract values likely in the range of $100,000 to $250,000 depending on the specific truck configuration and financing terms selected.