Melvern Wildlife Area C13 Crop Production

The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is seeking bids for crop production on approximately 76.9 acres of land at the Melvern Wildlife Area. The contract will be for a period of time from the date of contract execution through December 31, 2026, with the option to renew for two additional 60-month periods. The contractor will be required to plant and harvest crops, including corn, milo, cover crops, and soybeans, and will be responsible for all costs associated with the production of these crops. The contractor will also be required to follow specific guidelines and regulations, including those related to cover crops, fallow fields, and custom agricultural work. • The contract requires the contractor to plant a minimum of 25% of the acres with a 3-species minimum cover crop mix. • The contractor will be compensated for custom agricultural work based on average custom work rates per acre or machine hour. • The contractor must provide all equipment and manpower necessary to perform the agreed-upon work. • The contractor will be required to provide receipts and other documentation necessary for materials cost compensation.