The Yellowstone County Commissioner meeting on April 2, 2024, focused on several key bid openings for various projects, including architectural services and security upgrades.

The meeting began with the acknowledgment of a proposal for architectural engineering services for the Yellowstone County Detention Facility's short-term holding facility. Only one proposal was received from Schutz Foss, which was accepted and referred to staff for further recommendation.

Next, the commissioners reviewed bids for courthouse security cameras. Three bids were presented, including one from Comtech for $209,250.70, another from High-tech Solutions System Group for $58,598, and a third from Telnet for $121,451.21. All bids were referred to staff for evaluation.

The meeting continued with bids for a crack seal project, where two bids were received: one from Z and Z for $66,004.88 and another from Hard Drives Construction for $104,500. Both bids were also referred to staff for further consideration.

Finally, the commissioners discussed a bid for an asphalt overlay project from Riverside Contracting, which was priced at $414,006.57. This bid was likewise referred to staff for recommendation.

The meeting concluded with the commissioners moving on to public hearings, indicating a busy agenda ahead for Yellowstone County.