The Yellowstone County Commissioner meeting on September 16, 2025, featured a significant bid opening for surface gravel work in the Eagle Bend Subdivision. Seven contractors submitted bids, each providing options for the project along with required bid bonds.

The bids were as follows:

1. **Winkler Excavating**:
- Option 1: $55,000
- Option 2: $47,000
- Option 3: $30,000
- **Total**: $132,000

2. **Riverside Contractors**:
- Option 1: $75,550.53
- Option 2: $41,006.30
- Option 3: $19,136.17
- **Total**: $136,693.00

3. **K2 Civil**:
- Option 1: $63,790.63
- Option 2: $36,007.81
- Option 3: $18,536.00
- **Total**: $119,107.44

4. **Rock Solid Excavating**:
- Option 1: $50,693.00
- Option 2: $37,006.00
- Option 3: $19,442.00
- **Total**: $107,141.00

5. **Warren Transport DBA Weave Construction**:
- Option 1: $49,587.00
- Option 2: $33,325.00
- Option 3: $16,807.00
- **Total**: $99,719.00

6. **Knife River**:
- Option 1: $64,000.00
- Option 2: $38,003.75
- Option 3: $18,401.08
- **Total**: $120,404.83

7. **Earth Movers**:
- Option 1: $57,090.00
- Option 2: $35,424.00
- Option 3: $17,348.00
- **Total**: $109,862.00

The bids will be reviewed for compliance and cost-effectiveness as the county moves forward with the project. The outcome of this bid opening is crucial for the development of the Eagle Bend Subdivision, impacting local infrastructure and community growth. Further discussions and decisions regarding the awarded contract are expected in upcoming meetings.