Illinois BidBuy #27-422DNR-REALT-B-54168

Multi-Year Farm Lease at Pyramid State Park, Captain Unit (Illinois DNR)

This opportunity is for a multi-year farm lease at the Captain Unit of Pyramid State Park, managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR). - Government Buyer: - Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Office of Realty and Capital Planning - Concessions and Leasing, Agriculture Farm Lease Manager - Scope of Lease: - Approximately 1,521 acres total, with annual tracts ranging from 288 to 334 acres per year (2027–2031) - Lease term: Five crop years, March 1, 2027 – February 28, 2032 - Products/Services Requested: - Farm lease for land management and agricultural operations - Annual lease payments based on per-acre pricing - Property tax payments required - Notable Requirements: - Ecologically sound agricultural practices to support wildlife and recreational opportunities - Soil health improvement, erosion minimization, and water quality enhancement - Strict compliance with environmental restrictions (e.g., no neonicotinoid-treated soybean seed, no Dicamba use) - Annual soil testing and pest control - Payment guarantees (prepayment or letter of credit) - Proof of tax payment and state certifications - Submission of required disclosures - No specific OEMs or vendors named, as this is a land lease for farming operations - Awarded to the highest responsive and responsible bidder based on price - Non-mandatory pre-bid conference available for interested parties

Description

This solicitation is for a farm lease at Pyramid State Park, Captain Unit, managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The lease covers approximately 1,521 acres over five years (2027-2031) with annual acreages ranging from 288 to 334 acres. The lease aims to support wildlife populations and recreational opportunities through ecologically sound agricultural practices that improve soil health, minimize erosion, and enhance water quality. The contract requires lease payments and property tax payments, with options for prepayment or letters of credit to guarantee payments. A non-mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for October 13, 2026.

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