The Saline County Commission recently discussed a request from the Road and Bridge Department to purchase a mulcher attachment for a hydraulic excavator. After opening sealed bids and considering specifications, they received one bid from Murphy Tractor for $73,385.61, meeting all requirements.
County officials verified the equipment's suitability with the manufacturer. The county staff recommended accepting Murphy Tractor's bid, emphasizing the productivity of such attachments for tree work, especially in winter.
The budget impact will draw funds from the Road and Bridge Special Machinery fund, with a remaining balance of $2,121,503.43 after the purchase, maintaining a prudent reserve of $1,000,000. The County Commission subsequently passed the resolution in a 3-2 vote.