Adams County awards single-axle dump-bed bid to VA Jones for about $139,942

Adams County commissioners accepted a single bid from VA Jones and approved the purchase of a single-axle dump bed with belly blade, front plow and spreader for $139,942.

Why it matters: The equipment will be mounted to an existing single-axle chassis already owned by the county for snow, road maintenance and spreading tasks. County highway staff said the bid covers the bed, blades, spreader and associated equipment; the chassis is not included because the county already has the vehicle.

Bidding and vendor: Brent Lefebvre of VA Jones attended and introduced the bid; county staff said VA Jones was the only bidder. The clerk noted the bid looked in line with expectations: "tandem axle runs around the $1.65 to $1.80 depending on the equipment," a county official said.

Delivery timeline and warranty: Brent Lefebvre told the board the hydraulic system work for the bed would take about four months to complete. Commissioners accepted the bid and the motion carried.

Quote: Brent Lefebvre presented the bid; county staff provided the total: "Looks like the total for all the equipment for the single axle chassis that we have on hand is $139,942."

Next steps: County staff will follow up with VA Jones on scheduling; the county plans to sell or dispose of the replaced chassis/bed once the new unit is installed.