County Public Works staff recommended awarding the corrugated-metal-pipe bid to J and J Drainage of Hutchinson, Kansas, with a low bid of $31,244.10; the commission approved the award.

Brandon (Public Works) told commissioners the bid included two pipes for a curve project at Buckeye and several smaller pipes to replenish county stock. “We recommend awarding the bid to J and J Drainage out of Hutchinson, Kansas with a low bid of $31,244.10,” Brandon said.

Commissioners asked about delivery and construction timing. Staff said deliveries typically take two to five weeks and estimated that work on the curve project could begin around early October, with installation of all pipe work likely completed within a week once materials arrive. The commission approved the bid by motion and recorded unanimous votes.

Why it matters: The award funds materials needed for road drainage and a specific curve repair project; timely delivery affects project scheduling and road reopening timelines.

Background and details: Staff noted variable lead times depending on supplier backlog. The public-works office said it will coordinate delivery and schedule the installation once all materials have been received.

Next steps: Staff will monitor delivery and begin installation when materials arrive; no additional funding action was recorded at the meeting.