Front-End Wheel Loader

The Burke County Board of Commissioners is seeking sealed bids for the procurement of one front-end loader for its Roads and Bridges Department, with specific technical requirements and performance specifications. The solicitation requires a wheel loader with at least 200 engine horsepower, an enclosed cab featuring heat and air conditioning, AM/FM radio, rear camera, and power shift transmission. The equipment must have an operating weight of at least 39,000 lbs and include a quick-attach front bucket with a minimum 4.00-yard capacity, hydraulic grapple rake, and heavy-duty forks measuring 84 inches in length and 106 inches in width. Bids will be received until 12:00 PM (Noon) on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at the Burke County Courthouse located at 602 Liberty Street in Waynesboro, Georgia. Submission requirements include comprehensive documentation such as operator manuals, repair manuals, service manuals, complete warranty information, and delivery timeframe details. Bids must be sealed and clearly marked "FRONT-END LOADER BID - ROADS AND BRIDGES - November 5, 2025" on the exterior of the envelope, with late submissions being automatically disqualified.

While the solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or vendor restrictions, potential bidders are advised to contact Ron Smith at 706-554-3124 or r.smith@burkecounty-ga.gov for additional clarification. The procurement will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting Burke County's operational needs, with the county reserving the right to reject any or all bids. The county also maintains the flexibility to waive informalities and select the bid deemed most advantageous. Successful bidders must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, and ensure that the equipment is fully operational and meets all specified requirements upon delivery and acceptance. Although no specific budget range is mentioned in the documentation, the comprehensive technical specifications suggest a substantial investment in heavy municipal equipment for road and infrastructure maintenance.