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The Board of Supervisors of Amite County, Mississippi is seeking to procure one used motor grader manufactured in 2020 or newer with specific technical requirements. The procurement involves a motor grader with a six-cylinder diesel engine producing 235 HP, meeting EPA Final Tier 4 standards, and having fewer than 3,500 operating hours. Key technical specifications include an articulated frame, direct drive or auto-shift transmission with eight forward and six reverse speeds, a 14-foot blade with hydraulic side shift and tip control, and a comprehensive operator station featuring a low ROPS/FOPS air-conditioned cab. The solicitation requires bidders to submit sealed bids by 10:00 A.M. on February 2, 2026, with bids to be sent to the Amite County Chancery Clerk's Office. Bidders must provide printed equipment literature, include company details on the bid form, and demonstrate a certified parts and service center located within 50 miles of Liberty, Mississippi. Additionally, vendors must specify any remaining manufacturer warranty and provide an estimated delivery timeline for the equipment.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were mentioned in the procurement documents. The solicitation appears open to any qualified vendor capable of meeting the detailed motor grader specifications. There are no indications of incumbent vendors or requirements for integrating with existing infrastructure. While no specific budget range was explicitly stated, the procurement is for a single used motor grader with comprehensive technical requirements. The Board of Supervisors reserves the right to accept or reject any bid based on a "lowest and best bid" determination, suggesting flexibility in the evaluation process. Potential bidders can obtain additional information by contacting the Amite County Purchasing Department at 601-657-8341 during business hours from 7:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday. The county will assume no responsibility for improperly marked bids or those arriving after the designated opening time.