The Board finds that the County Road and Bridge Department is in need of five(5) new backhoe loaders. The Board further finds that it is necessary to advertise for bids and lease purchasing on said backhoe loaders and that the Clerk of this Board should

The Leake County Board of Supervisors is soliciting bids for the lease-purchase of five new backhoe loaders for the County Road and Bridge Department in Mississippi. This procurement, identified by solicitation number 3170036586, seeks quotes for a five-year lease term with monthly payments. Bids must be submitted as written sealed documents to the Leake County Chancery Clerk in Carthage or electronically via the designated portal by September 21, 2026, at 9:00 AM CST. Technical requirements specify that the machines must feature turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engines with at least 105 HP, a minimum digging depth of 17 feet 7 inches with an extendible stick, and a minimum bucket digging force of 12,270 lbs. Equipment must comply with U.S. EPA Tier 4 Final or EU Stage IV emission standards and include OSHA-approved ROPS/FOPS integral cabs. Comprehensive support is required, including a 60-month or 5,000-hour full machine warranty, a 60-month or 4,000-hour service plan provided by the dealer on county property, and a 60-month or 4,000-hour guaranteed buyback. The point of contact for this solicitation is Belinda M. Atkinson of the Leake County Central Purchasing Department.