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Commissioners approve sealed bids—with $12,000 minimum—for county 2001 Kenworth
Summary
The board authorized sealed bids for a 2001 Kenworth tractor with a $12,000 minimum bid and reserved the right to reject any and all bids.
The Carter County Commissioners voted to advertise and accept sealed bids for a 2001 Kenworth fifth-wheel tractor with a stated minimum bid of $12,000. Commissioners discussed recent proceeds from past equipment sales and said sealed bids would protect county interests while allowing the board to refuse unsatisfactory offers.
During discussion, commissioners reviewed the truck’s history, mileage (reported as about 925,000 miles), and noted the unit had been used heavily in non-highway conditions. Board members discussed alternatives — auctions or consignment services — but favored sealed bids with a reserve to avoid selling below the board’s threshold.
A motion to put the truck up for sealed bids with a $12,000 minimum was made and seconded; the motion passed by voice vote. Staff said they would prepare an advertisement for the paper with a detailed description of engine, transmission and other specifications to accompany the bid notice.
Commissioners also discussed combining the truck and other surplus items in a single ad to broaden interest. Staff said they would work on the ad copy and include technical details for prospective bidders.
