367-20251009165102 acbs

The Adams County Board of Supervisors in Mississippi is seeking sealed bids for a new 2025 or greater motor grader for the County Road Department. The procurement opportunity, identified as 367-20251009165102 ACBS, requires a specific motor grader with detailed technical specifications, including a turbo-charged, six-cylinder diesel engine meeting EPA Final Tier 4 standards, generating 235 HP, and weighing a minimum of 35,220 lbs. The bid specifications outline comprehensive requirements for transmission features, hydraulics, electrical systems, and operator station amenities. Sealed bids must be submitted by 10:00 A.M. on Friday, October 31, 2025, at the County Administration Building in Natchez, Mississippi. Bidders are required to have a certified parts and service center located within 50 miles of Natchez and must provide delivery to one of the county barns, including an estimated delivery timeframe.

The bid opportunity does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for specific types of enterprises. The Board of Supervisors reserves the right to waive informalities and reject any and all bids, with bid prices to remain firm during the specified period. The procurement includes unique provisions such as a full machine warranty for the lease duration and optional 36-month and 48-month machine buyback options. While the specific budget range is not detailed in the documentation, the comprehensive technical specifications suggest a significant investment in heavy equipment for county infrastructure maintenance. The evaluation criteria appear to focus on meeting the technical specifications, proximity of service capabilities, and overall bid responsiveness, with an emphasis on selecting the lowest and best bidder for the motor grader procurement.