Guilford County NC MUNIS #20282

Lease Opportunity for Organic Farming on Two Guilford County Agricultural Parcels

Guilford County is seeking proposals from qualified farmers to lease two agricultural parcels for organic farming: - Two parcels available: - Pasture Parcel S: 27.1 acres - Pasture Parcel T: 24.9 acres - Location: Near 4495 Hines Chapel Rd, McLeansville, NC - Five-year lease term with annual rental payments - Lessee requirements: - Submit a comprehensive farming plan (crop selection, rotation, irrigation, chemical/fertilizer use) - Maintain organic certification for any currently certified parcels - Provide qualifications and references - Complete MWBE participation forms (15% aspirational goal) - Comply with all federal, state, and local regulations, and county park/open space rules - Maintain liability insurance - No subletting without written approval - No bid deposit or performance bond required - Award based on both price and quality of farming plan - Lease is strictly for agricultural use only

Description

Guilford County Purchasing Department is soliciting proposals from qualified farmers interested in leasing two agricultural farmland parcels, Pasture Parcel S (27.1+/- acres) and Parcel T (24.9+/- acres), located near 4495 Hines Chapel Rd, McLeansville, NC. The lease term is five years, and the purpose is to obtain experienced farmers who will describe their plan for the land including crop selection, rotation, and irrigation. The RFP includes requirements for compliance with organic certification if applicable, submission of a detailed farming plan, qualifications, references, and minority business participation. A non-mandatory pre-proposal meeting will be held via ZoomGov.

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