Description
This solicitation awards a five‑year, revenue‑generating farm lease of approximately 138.1 acres at Rock Cut State Park. The lessee will manage the land for agricultural production, comply with a detailed cropping plan, submit annual chemical, fertilizer, and seed logs, meet soil‑test nutrient targets, and provide required insurance and performance guarantees (letter of credit). The State will award the contract to the highest responsive and responsible bid; no bid or performance bonds are required, but a $15 minority‑contractor fee applies.
• Lease term: March 1 2027 – Feb 28 2032 (5 years)
• Acreage: 138.1 acres, with annual per‑acre value approx. $286.52 (≈ $39,568 per year)
• Mandatory pre‑bid conference: Oct 8 2026 (virtual or onsite)
• Required submissions: Vendor disclosures, insurance certificate, lease‑hold tax proof, annual logs, and a letter of credit or cash rent guarantee.