Illinois BidBuy #27-422DNR-REALT-B-54122

Five-Year Farm Lease for 385 Acres at Rice Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area, Illinois

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is offering a five-year farm lease for 385 acres at Rice Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area in Fulton County, Illinois. - Government Buyer: - Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), Office of Realty and Capital Planning - Opportunity Details: - Lease covers 385 acres annually from 2027 to 2031 - Agricultural land management to support wildlife populations and recreational opportunities - Lessee must provide all labor, equipment, materials, seed, fertilizer, and machinery - Products/Services Requested: - Annual farm lease for agricultural purposes (385 acres per year) - No specific OEMs or vendors named; lessee responsible for all inputs - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Ecologically sound agricultural practices required - Prohibition on neonicotinoid-treated soybean seed and Dicamba use - Compliance with Illinois procurement and tax laws - Submission of disclosure forms and annual lease payments - Lessee responsible for leasehold taxes - Additional services may be approved and deducted from lease payments - Submission Details: - Both electronic and paper bids accepted - Pre-bid conference available but not mandatory

Description

This solicitation is for a revenue-generating farm lease of approximately 385 acres at Rice Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area in Fulton County, Illinois. The lease is for agricultural purposes and covers the years 2027 through 2031. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR) aims to use agricultural leases to support wildlife populations and recreational opportunities, promoting ecologically sound agricultural practices. The lease payments support enhancement or establishment of wildlife habitat and recreational opportunities. The bid includes multiple items for each year with detailed specifications and a pre-bid conference scheduled for October 15, 2026.

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