Henry County highway staff on May 28 recommended purchasing precast concrete box culverts from Civilcon for a drainage replacement project and the commissioners approved the purchase by voice vote.

Roads staff said they received two competitive quotes; a third supplier declined to quote. Highway staff recommended the lower bid from Civilcon and indicated the company can supply culverts on a timely basis.

Nut graf: Commissioners approved the purchase to support planned road reopenings; staff reported the first culvert delivery is scheduled for June 6, the second in the first weeks of July and the third in August, which staff said should allow three roads to open this summer.

The county also reviewed related annual reports and asked commissioners to sign required paperwork for state submittal. Staff emphasized that lead times and coordination with contractors affect when roads can reopen.

Ending: Commissioners voted to accept the bid and staff will proceed with procurement and scheduling deliveries.