2 New Motor Graders

Colquitt County, Georgia is conducting a sealed bid procurement for two new motor graders to be utilized by the County Road & Bridge Department. The solicitation, issued on August 7, 2025, seeks new, unused motor graders that meet specific technical specifications, with sealed bids due by September 11, 2025, at 10:10 a.m. in the County Purchasing Department. The procurement requires motor graders with a minimum weight of 37,000 lbs, featuring a six-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine, with preferred models including 140 CAT, 670G J.D., or equivalent. Comprehensive technical requirements cover detailed specifications for the cab, transmission, brakes, and other critical components. Vendors must provide a 5-year/7,500-hour full machine warranty with no deductible and include a guaranteed buy-back option at the end of the warranty period. Bidders are required to complete a detailed bid form specifying the exact model, manufacturer, pricing, and warranty information. Interested parties can obtain specifications from the Colquitt County Court House Annex or download them from the county website.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. While no incumbent vendors are directly referenced, the bid requires comprehensive documentation and compliance with detailed technical specifications. The procurement appears to be open to equipment manufacturers and authorized dealers who can meet the stringent requirements for motor graders. Though a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement involves the acquisition of two sophisticated pieces of heavy equipment with a comprehensive warranty and buy-back provision. The total value of the procurement would likely be substantial, reflecting the specialized nature of the motor graders and their intended use in county road and bridge infrastructure maintenance. Vendors will need to demonstrate not only competitive pricing but also technical capability, warranty coverage, and long-term equipment reliability to be considered for the contract.