2026 RFB-19 Motor Graders

This solicitation seeks the procurement of four new all‑wheel‑drive motor graders, along with ancillary equipment, for Benton County’s road department. Bidders must submit a hard‑copy sealed bid and an electronic PDF on a USB drive, meeting detailed U.S.‑made specifications, a 72‑month/5,000‑hour warranty, and a 48‑hour replacement clause. The award will be made to the “lowest responsible bidder” following an open competition, with delivery required within 180 days of contract award. The contract also invites optional buy‑back or trade‑in proposals. • Scope: 4 motor graders (AWD, 14‑ft mold board, turbo‑charged ≥270 hp diesel) plus optional dump trucks, mower, and flat‑bed truck. • Mandatory requirements: U.S. manufacturing, extensive technical specs, warranty, delivery timeline, conflict‑of‑interest disclosure, and vendor certifications. • Evaluation focuses on experience, capability, past performance, and proximity to the project area.