Fallon County opened bids for a county road chip‑seal contract at the June meeting and received two responsive proposals.

At the public bid opening the county recorded two bids: Lyric Construction (Baker, Montana) submitted a base bid totaling $650,000; Griffith Excavating submitted a base bid totaling $1,400,000 and included a cashier’s check in lieu of a bid bond. County staff confirmed both submissions included required bid bonds or equivalent assurances and vendor licenses will be verified before award.

What happens next: County staff will review the bids, verify license and bond documents, check unit pricing and pits proposed for materials, and will place a recommendation on the next commission agenda. Commissioners said they expect a staff report and a recommendation for contract award or further review at the following meeting.

Why it matters: The project funds surface treatment for county roads; award will determine which contractor performs the surfacing and which pit(s) will supply scoria or hot mix. Commissioners discussed that pit selection affects hauling distances and project costs.

Ending: County staff will return with a bid analysis and recommendation at the next regular meeting.