Illinois BidBuy #27-422DNR-REALT-B-54009

Five-Year Agricultural Farm Lease at Hanover Bluff State Natural Area, Illinois

This opportunity is for an agricultural farm lease at Hanover Bluff - Erwin State Natural Area in Jo Daviess County, Illinois, managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR). - Government Buyer: - Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), Office of Realty and Capital Planning, Concessions and Leasing, Agriculture Farm Lease Manager - Scope of Lease: - Lease of approximately 61.83 acres of state-owned land for agricultural purposes - Five-year term (2027–2031), with no renewal option - Products/Services Requested: - Agricultural land management services - Lessee must provide all labor, machinery, tools, seed, fertilizer, equipment, and insurance - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on ecologically sound agricultural practices to support wildlife, soil health, water quality, and recreational opportunities - Strict compliance with environmental and legal requirements - Prohibitions on use of neonicotinoid-treated soybean seed and Dicamba - Lessee responsible for leasehold taxes and annual proof of payment - Payment options include prepayment or irrevocable letter of credit - Insurance must list IDNR as additional insured - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as this is a lease for agricultural services rather than products.

Description

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for agricultural farming services on approximately 61.83 acres of State owned property located within Hanover Bluff Erwin State Natural Area in Jo Daviess County, Illinois. The lease is for the years 2027 through 2031, with an estimated annual lease value of $14,220.90 per year. The lease aims to promote ecologically sound agricultural practices to support wildlife populations and recreational opportunities. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 8, 2026, and bids must be submitted by October 21, 2026.

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