Description
Illinois Department of Natural Resources is offering a five‑year agricultural lease for approximately 86.5 acres of state‑owned land within Pere Marquette State Park. The lease is structured as a revenue‑generating farm lease; bidders submit a price per acre and the highest responsive and responsible bidder wins. Annual estimated vendor revenue ranges from $56,939 to $77,970 depending on the crop year, with the State’s estimated annual value at $17,733. The lease requires compliance with extensive agronomic and environmental standards, including prohibited chemicals, cover‑crop requirements, soil‑testing, record‑keeping, and liability insurance. No subcontracting is allowed, and a $15 Minority Contractor Initiative fee is deducted from the first payment. The contract runs from 3 Jan 2027 to 28 Feb 2032 and is not renewable.