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Road Department to buy sign blanks from Dornbos to shorten lead time despite higher cost

Berrien County Finance Committee (Board of Commissioners) · May 14, 2026
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Summary

The committee approved a $24,171.80 purchase of sign blanks from Dornbos Sign Company to halve turnaround time; the price difference versus the lowest bidder was $537.30 and future bids will require a 15-day turnaround clause.

Road Department Director Mark Heyliger asked the committee to authorize purchasing sign blanks from Dornbos Sign Company because Dornbos offered a turnaround time half that of the lowest bidder. Heyliger said the difference in price between the lowest bidder and Dornbos was $537.30.

Commissioner Teri Freehling moved, and Commissioner Rayonte Bell supported, authorizing the Road Department to purchase the sign blanks from Dornbos for $24,171.80. The committee also directed that future sign bid documents include a 15-day turnaround requirement to speed future deliveries.