purchasing or lease purchasing one or more new or unused solid waste collection trucks

Walthall County, Mississippi is soliciting bids (via a reverse auction) for the purchase or lease‑purchase of one or more new or unused solid waste collection trucks. The solicitation outlines a strict timeline: bid solicitation opens on 15 Oct 2026, sealed (or electronic) proposals are accepted until 10 am on 2 Nov 2026, a priced‑bid phase occurs on 6 Nov 2026, and the award is expected on 18 Nov 2026. Bidders must submit either sealed envelopes to the Chancery Clerk’s office or electronic bids through the Central Bidding portal. The county may award the contract based on a “lowest and best bid” evaluation, considering price, service history, warranty, and other factors. The contract will fund either a direct purchase or a lease arrangement for the waste‑collection vehicle(s). • Bid submission window: 15 Oct 2026 – 2 Nov 2026 (sealed or electronic). • Reverse auction (priced bid) on 6 Nov 2026, lasting one hour (10 am‑11 am). • Award announced 18 Nov 2026; payment may be made in installments or cash after delivery. • Requirements include providing specifications, warranties, and possibly buy‑back options; the county reserves the right to use anti‑sniping extensions.