Ferris Demonstration Area Crop Production

The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is seeking bids to establish approximately 110.39 acres of crop production on three different tracts located on the Ferris Demonstration Area in McPherson County. The contract term will be for one year, with the option to renew for three additional 3-year periods. The bid will be awarded to the highest share for KDWP. The contractor will be responsible for controlling noxious weeds, using designated field entrances, and following annual permit conditions. • The tracts are located in McPherson County, adjacent to one another, and between Plum and First Avenues, south of Moccasin Road, west of the town of Windom. • The contractor will meet with the Area Manager to discuss ag planning for the first term of the contract and sign annual permits. • The contractor will be responsible for custom farming services, including planting, tillage, harvesting, and application of herbicides and fertilizers. • The contractor will not be allowed to double crop or use insecticides, and will be required to follow KDWP's approved chemical list. • The contractor will be required to provide additional services, including custom planting, tillage, harvesting, mowing, and application of herbicides and fertilizers, to help meet KDWP objectives.